Heros
HEROS aims to take in ex - racehorses and retrain and find new homes for them where they can flourish in new disciplines. HEROS also aims to raise the profile of the thoroughbred in general. HEROS provides education, training & work related opportunities for people wanting to work in either the racing or equine industries,including courses for special educational needs children and young people.
Activities & Mission
HEROS aims to take in ex - racehorses and retrain and find new homes for them where they can flourish in new disciplines. HEROS also aims to raise the profile of the thoroughbred in general. HEROS provides education, training & work related opportunities for people wanting to work in either the racing or equine industries,including courses for special educational needs children and young people.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 24% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 49% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 53% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,969,610 | £1,585,425 | £1,553,093 | £1,191,008 | £1,027,764 | 21 / 2 |
| 2024 | £1,850,390 | £1,211,685 | £1,149,050 | £806,823 | £669,708 | 21 / 2 |
| 2023 | £745,423 | £695,257 | £667,320 | £168,118 | £128,049 | 9 / 2 |
| 2022 | £560,645 | £564,044 | £563,844 | £117,952 | £55,893 | 6 / 1 |
| 2021 | £612,795 | £547,337 | £546,636 | £121,351 | £55,893 | 6 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Heros
What does Heros do?
HEROS aims to take in ex - racehorses and retrain and find new homes for them where they can flourish in new disciplines. HEROS also aims to raise the profile of the thoroughbred in general. HEROS provides education, training & work related opportunities for people wanting to work in either the racing or equine industries,including courses for special educational needs children and young people.
How much income did Heros report in 2025?
Heros reported total income of £1.97m and reported expenditure of £1.59m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Heros?
Heros has a program ratio of 78.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 24% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Heros registered as a charity?
Heros was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 July 2006 as charity number 1115174. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Heros?
Heros is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Hannah Elizabeth Dorling. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Heros operate?
Heros operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Heros a registered charity?
Yes — Heros is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1115174.
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Oxon
OX12 9NJ
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