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Leeds Beekeepers Association

LBKA activities further the craft of beekeeping and raise public awareness of bees in the environment, achieved by regular meetings, an education programme, attending local science and countryside shows, providing educational talks/demonstrations to schools, gardening groups, and other local groups. Also collect swarms and maintain an observation hive open to the public.

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Activities & Mission

LBKA activities further the craft of beekeeping and raise public awareness of bees in the environment, achieved by regular meetings, an education programme, attending local science and countryside shows, providing educational talks/demonstrations to schools, gardening groups, and other local groups. Also collect swarms and maintain an observation hive open to the public.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£50,572
Latest Expenditure
£40,399

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 79.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 79.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£50,572
£40,3990 / 50
2024
£55,029
£45,0960 / 60
2023
£43,876
£35,2240 / 30
2022
£39,556
£33,7050 / 20
2021
£10,840
£10,5050 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Leeds Beekeepers Association

What does Leeds Beekeepers Association do?

LBKA activities further the craft of beekeeping and raise public awareness of bees in the environment, achieved by regular meetings, an education programme, attending local science and countryside shows, providing educational talks/demonstrations to schools, gardening groups, and other local groups. Also collect swarms and maintain an observation hive open to the public.

How much income did Leeds Beekeepers Association report in 2025?

Leeds Beekeepers Association reported total income of £51k and reported expenditure of £40k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Leeds Beekeepers Association registered as a charity?

Leeds Beekeepers Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 October 2017 as charity number 1175455. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Leeds Beekeepers Association?

Leeds Beekeepers Association is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANDREW JAMES HEBDEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Leeds Beekeepers Association operate?

Leeds Beekeepers Association operates in Leeds City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Leeds Beekeepers Association a registered charity?

Yes — Leeds Beekeepers Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1175455.

Details

Address
Tyebarn
8 The Grange
Flaxby
Knaresborough
North Yorkshire
Registration Date
30 October 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5103837
Charity Number
1175455

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Trustees

ANDREW JAMES HEBDEN Chair
Andrew Martin Dart
Angela Lydia Utley
Cath Graham
Clare Gillespie
Darren Turnor
David Cook
Glyn Frampton
Michelle Fox
Steven Fox
William Thomas Elliott
Also governs 1 other charity

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30 July 2026
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