Heritage Charities That specialise in Natural history
Discover 91 Heritage charities that specialise in natural history. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Alverstone Old School Hall
Arts, Education, Heritage, LeisureProvision for facilities for locals & local groups. Poetry Group. Alverstone Natural History. Dance classes. Pilates.
Thorney Society
HeritagePromotes understanding of the local and natural history of the village and civil parish of Thorney, particularly through the development and opening of the Thorney Heritage Museum.
Penkridge Civic Society
Economic and community development, HeritageTo promote high standards of planning and architecture, to educate the public in the geography, history, natural history and architecture, to secure the preservation, protection, development and improvement of features of historic or public interest in the area of benefit.
Basildon Natural History Society
Environment, HeritageHolds regular lectures in natural history subjects; practical conservation work parties; monitors and records local wildlife; monitors potential effect of local planning applications on wildlife; supports the work of Essex Wildlife Trust.
Guermonprez Museum Collection
Arts, Heritage, ResearchCare & making available for access where appropriate (including specialist research & loans) of the Guermonprez Collection within the overall Portsmouth Museums Service. The Collection comprises natural history material including preserved mammals,birds,reptiles,fish,insects,shells,botanical & geological artefacts,scientific watercolours,books, & photos of social history topics.
Leigh Ornithological Society
HeritageThe aims of the society are to further the studies of birds in the field and assist in their preservation.Specific activities include:- co-operation with other bodies in the maintenance/management of local areas of ornithological/natural history importance- recording of bird life in the LOS area- publishing of ornithological material and that related to conservation, relevant to the area
The Preston Society
Heritage, Leisure, ResearchWeekly winter lectures on natural history and bird-watching, workshops re education, information and local studies of natural history topics such as moth trapping, fungi and bat detection and field trips throughout the year. Aim is to provide social, recreational and educational activities and liaison with groups local and national with similar interests to share information.
The South Holderness Countryside Society
Economic and community development, HeritageEstablished for the benefit of the public to: (1) work principally within the area of Holderness, East Yorkshire for the region's natural and local history. (2) Educate the public in the local and natural history of the area. (3) Secure the preservation and protection and improvement of natural history
Wells Natural History And Archaeological Society
HeritageFurthering interest in Natural History and Archaeology for Wells and the Mendip Hills
Merseyside Naturalists' Association
Environment, HeritageTo educate the public about any aspects of natural history. To protect fauna and flora and to preserve important wildlife habitats for the benefit of the public. To arrange regular indoor and outdoor meetings. To act jointly with other organisations having similar charitable purposes. To collect and collate natural history records. To do all other lawful things for the attainment of our objects.
Chorley And District Natural History Society
HeritageRecording the natural history of the Chorley area
Haslemere Natural History Society
Environment, HeritageProvides education on wildlife topics by providing Field Meetings and Lectures.
Ripon Civic Society
Economic and community development, HeritagePromoting the preservation, protection & development of Ripon.Make annual awards to encourage high standards in any developments/refurbishments during the preceeding year.Commenting on planning matters relevant to Ripon with a view to promoting high standards in any developments.Educating members & the general public in the geography, history, natural history & general environment of Ripon.
Lincolnshire Naturalists' Union
Arts, Environment, HeritagePromote the thorough investigation of the geology, fauna, flora & physical features of the County: bring together the interest in & study of every branch of natural history; hold & maintain library, records & reference material. Major activities:- Programme of Spring & Summer Field Meetings; Programme of Winter indoor meetings culminating with annual Recorders Meeting; Publication of Transactions.
The Gravesend Historical Society
HeritageTO PROMOTE THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATON BY DEVELOPING PUBLIC INTEREST IN ALL ASPECTS OF LOCAL HISTORY, ARCHAEOLOGY AND NATURAL HISTORY.
Rutland Natural History Society
Charitable activities, Environment, HeritageEncourage and enable, through educational programs, the monitoring, recording, advocacy, and protection of Rutland's natural history and biodiversity. Encourage the public to engage with and understand Rutland's natural history.
Westbere Village Preservation Society
Economic and community development, HeritageWithin the Parish of Westbere the society aims toa) promote high standards of planning and architecture;b) educate regarding the local geography, natural history and architecture; andc) secure the preservation, development and improvement of features of historic or public interest.The society provides a newsletter and organises events and activities for its members and the local community.
Grange And District Natural History Society
HeritageTo promote public knowledge and awareness of natural history and other subjects of environmental interest with particular emphasis upon South Cumbria.
Chichester Natural History Society
Environment, HeritagePROVIDES SERVICES OF RECORDING, OBSERVATION, UNDERSTANDING OF FLORA AND FAUNA OF BRITISH ISLES
Montgomeryshire Field Society
Environment, HeritageTo observe, record & preserve the flora & fauna by way of field visits throughout the summer and issue an annual report containing the findings.We also carry out a winter programme of talks in order to promote our activities and raise awareness in the community of items of interest or areas of concern regarding the state of the natural history locally
Long Sutton And District Civic Society
Economic and community development, Heritagei) To promote high standards of planning and architecture in or affecting the area of Long Sutton and surrounding Villages. ii) To educate the public in the geography, history, natural history and architecture of the area of benefit.iii) to secure the preservation, protection, development and improvement of features of historic or public interest in the area of benefit.
Wem Civic Society
Economic and community development, HeritageTo Stimulate Public Interest in the area of Benefit 2) To promote high standards of planning and architecture in or affecting the area of benefit 3) To secure the preservation proctection development and improvement of features of historic or public interest in the area of benefit 4) Te educate the public in geography, history, natural history and architecture in the area of benefit.
The Darlington And Teesdale Naturalists' Field Club
Environment, Heritage(1)The study of Natural History, Geology and Archaeology. (2)The collection of information concerning topography, field paths. natural and archaelogical features of Darlington District and Teesdale including compilation of lists of recent fossils, fauna and flora.(3) The preservation of characteristic plants and animals of the district.
Salisbury And District Natural History Society
Environment, HeritageThe objectives of the society are:- 1. To compile lists of the flora and fauna of the district, 2. To study the natural history, culture and history of the district, 3. To make a photographic record of the district, 4. To promote the conservation of the flora and fauna of the district. The society arranges lectures and field meetings, and publishes a monthly bulletin of its findings.
The Dursley Birdwatching And Preservation Society
Environment, Heritage, Research(A) To advance the study and science of ornithology and (B) Promote the conservation of local and national avifauna and flora and the study of other branches of natural history.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many natural-history heritage charities are there in the UK?
There are 91 registered natural-history heritage charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the natural-history heritage charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of natural-history heritage charities?
Natural-history heritage charities reported a combined annual income of £2.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for natural-history heritage charities?
Across all natural-history heritage charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of natural-history heritage charities?
Natural-history heritage charities have an average annual income of £758k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.