Leisure Charities That specialise in Gardening
Discover 305 Leisure charities that specialise in gardening. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Greencombe Garden Trust
Facilities, Leisure, ResearchTo permit the property to be used as and for a garden and arboretum for the enjoyment of the public and for the purpose of research by the growth and propagation of trees and plants with a view to the furtherance of the study and science of botany and the conservation of the nature and the increase of knowledge in respect thereof and the improvement of the methods and practice of horticulture.
Harpenden Helping Hand Association
LeisureTo bring relief to anyone in the local Harpenden community who is in need - either by offering assistance from local sources or by putting the person in touch with an appropriate specialised welfare service. Direct help is offered in the form of transport for people who are unable to use public transport or responding to any request for "good neighbour" help e.g. shopping, gardening, or company.
Warmington Village Hall
Arts, Charity and VCS support, Education, Facilities, LeisureThe Charity's purpose is to own and manage Warmington Village Hall in Trust on behalf of and for the benefit the community of Warmington and its surrounds . Venue for community social, leisure and learning activities including film and quiz nights, Gardening Club, Heritage Group, Whist and Bridge, Adult Education as well as a variety of creative activities and charitable fundraising events.
The Carnivorous Plant Society
Arts, LeisureWe promote the study and conservation of carnivorous plants by publishing a newsletter/journal and cultivation guidance, operating a website, maintaining an extensive seedbank, participating in shows and events, and funding conservation and research projects.
Niton Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Facilities, LeisureArt & Craft Classes, Short Mat Bowls, Country & Tap Dancing, Exercise classes, Niton W.I., Niton & Whitwell Horticultural Society, The Pepperpot Players Amateur Dramatic Club, Yoga Sunshine Club, Community Coffee Mornings, Table Tennis, Private Hire
Gloucestershire Federation Of Gardening Societies
Charitable activities, Education, LeisureOffers advice, help and support to Societies/Clubs who are interested in all aspects of gardening and horticulture.Trains novice Judges and provides on going training for existing Judges of Horticultural Shows.Provides grants to Schools and others running Gardening Projects.Gives prizes for School Gardening Competitions.
Loraine Trust
Leisure, Social welfareRelief of Poverty by the improvement of methods and practice of horticulture of small holdings anywhere in the world where there is a need to maintain adequate production for those trying to live of the land
The Kew Guild
Arts, LeisureArranging events and trips to various places of horticultural or botanical interest.Provision of Diploma Prizes.Arranging and promoting of the Annual Dinner and AGM Soiree.Managing the Award Scheme, publicising the availability of these funds and making awards.Publishing suitable articles in a Journal and disseminating information using the website of the Kew Guild.
British Hosta And Hemerocallis Society
Arts, Facilities, LeisurePromoting the study and cultivation of Hosta and Hemerocallis through garden show displays, permanent hosta displays at public gardens, local talks, meetings and publications throughout the year
The E A Bowles Of Myddelton House Society
Arts, LeisureTo educate the general public by stimulating a greater interest in and knowledge of the horticultural works and publications of the late Edward Augustus Bowles of Myddelton House, Bulls Cross, Enfield
Pensnett And District Community Association
Arts, Associations, Charitable activities, Facilities, Health, Leisure, Saving of lives, Social welfareWe have a range of activities available such as rainbows, brownies, St. John Ambulance, Gardening Club, afternoon plus (social group for the young at heart), Boogie Bounce, Keep Fit, Zumba, tap dance, Stay and Play, Coffee Shop and we also hire out our premises for parties or social events.
Minehead Gardening Club
Facilities, LeisureWe have a meeting once a month where we have guest speakers giving us talks on various garden subjects. We do not hold a meeting in August or December. We have a flower show once a year in August which is for the people of Minehead and surrounding towns - not just for the garden club members. There are various activities during the year, such as visits to gardens.
Norwich Medico-Chirurgical Society
Leisure, ResearchThe society is instituted for the cultivation and promotion of medical science, the consideration of matters affecting the medical profession and the support of medical education.
Friends Of Gainsborough Old Hall Association
Associations, LeisureGUIDING VOLUNTEERSFRIENDS GARDENING GROUPANNUAL TRIP & FIELD TRIPSORGANISES HERITAGE HOLIDAYSPUBLICATIONS & MERCHANDISEFIRST TUESDAY LECTURE PROGRAMMES SUNDERLAND LECTURESMARKETING TO PROMOTE THE OLD HALLCONCERTSOUTREACH POGRAMMEEXHIBITIONS
Old School Tidenham Chase
Associations, Education, LeisureProvideCHASE SCHOOL ANNUAL REPORT ??? 2010The Hall has had a succesful year. W.I. and Gardening Club continue to meet monthly. Whist Drives were held weekly September to April.Succesful Spring and Summer Shows were held. Two Bands practice weekly. Hall was hired out for parties, private functios such as wedding parties, scouts, memorial teas etc.
Thornton Watlass Village Hall
Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureProvides a meeting place for all members of the local community,for example gardening club, Womens institute, local churches, parish council. Can be hired by any organisation or person who agree to abide by the rules set out by the committee for the letting of the Hall.
Matfen Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Leisure, ReligionEDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES: Talks and Tutorials such as Gardening, Health & WellbeingSPORTS ACTIVITIES: Karate, Zumba, & YogaSOCIAL ACTIVITIES: Quiz, Film and Social Nights, Church Pancake Lunch and seasonal events, Community Fund raising Bonfire Night, Summer Fete, and Private functions.REGULAR MEETINGS: Parish Council, Women's Institute,
Hands Gillingham
Charity and VCS support, Leisure, Social welfareThe Charity provides services for older, disabled or vulnerable adults in the Gillingham area, including a transport service to medical appointments or other essential journeys, a basic gardening service and other services to alleviate social isolation.To do all such lawful things to further the attainment of such purposesArea of operation and benefit, Gillingham, Medway
Sheffield And District Orchid Society
Childcare, Facilities, LeisureThe advancement of horticulture and in particular the cultivation of orchidaceous plants and in furtherance thereof to hold shows, arrange visits to nurseries Botanic Gardens and similar places, and to cultivate and disseminate information upon all matters concerning cultivation of orchidaceous plants.
Sennocke Womens Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureMonthly meetings; Art group; Gardening group; Walks group; Theatre outings; Leisure activities; educational visits. Support for local community. Assistance with W.I.District, Federation and National events.
The Royal Welsh Agricultural Society Limited
Arts, Economic and community development, LeisureThe promotion of agriculture, horticulture, forestry and conservation, primarily through the society's Summer show, Winter fair and Spring festival.
Vauxhall (city) Farm LTD
Beneficiary group, LeisureEducation, Youth Work, Riding, Animal Care, RDA, Horticulture
The Sargent Charitable Trust
Economic and community development, Heritage, Leisure, ResearchTHE PRESERVATION PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF ANY AMENITY OR LAND THAT MAY BE VESTED IN THE CHARITY OR IS OF SCIENTIFIC AGRICULTURE, HORTICULTURAL OR SILVICULTURAL INTEREST. THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CONSERVATION OR FIELD CENTRE OR MUSEUM FOR THE EDUCATION AND BENEFIT OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC.ASSIST OR PROMOTE ANY CHARITABLE ORGANISATION OR CHARITABLE PURPOSE.
Heads Up Somerset LTD
Health, LeisureMental Health Service Provider Day ServicesOutreachDementia SupportYoung Person SupportCommunity LearningCraft Classes-Pottery Woodwork Gardening
Royal Lancashire Agricultural Society
Economic and community development, Leisure, ResearchEncouragement and General advancementof science and practice of agriculture and horticulture in the widest sense delivered through an annual show
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many gardening leisure charities are there in the UK?
There are 305 registered gardening leisure charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the gardening leisure charities by income?
Royal Mencap Society is the largest by latest reported annual income (£247.3m). 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 gardening leisure charities?
Gardening leisure charities reported a combined annual income of £2.6bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for gardening leisure charities?
Across all gardening leisure charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 80.9%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of gardening leisure charities?
Gardening leisure charities have an average annual income of £282k. 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.