Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust
Also known as: Lincolnshire and South Humberside Trust for Nature Conservation Limited, The Lincolnshire Naturalists Trust Limited, The Lincolnshire Trust for Nature Conservation, The Lincolnshire Trust for Nature Conservation Limited, The Lincolnshire Trust
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust's vision is of a thriving natural world, with our wildlife and habitats playing a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people inspired and empowered to take action for nature. Our purpose is to bring wildlife back, to empower people to take action for nature, and to create a society where nature matters.
Activities & Mission
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust's vision is of a thriving natural world, with our wildlife and habitats playing a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people inspired and empowered to take action for nature. Our purpose is to bring wildlife back, to empower people to take action for nature, and to create a society where nature matters.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 38% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 234). How is this calculated?
Higher than 60% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 61% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £8,922,581 | £7,020,425 | £6,793,671 | £20,909,266 | £5,708,457 | 83 / 950 |
| 2024 | £5,246,005 | £4,873,157 | £4,290,414 | £19,129,485 | £5,308,827 | 80 / 800 |
| 2023 | £3,300,607 | £4,420,449 | £4,123,663 | £18,383,255 | £6,069,693 | 80 / 800 |
| 2022 | £5,910,500 | £3,409,398 | £3,125,429 | £19,793,486 | £6,830,480 | 67 / 800 |
| 2021 | £2,822,305 | £2,898,864 | £2,826,923 | £16,810,919 | £6,237,352 | 71 / 800 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust
What does Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust do?
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust's vision is of a thriving natural world, with our wildlife and habitats playing a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people inspired and empowered to take action for nature. Our purpose is to bring wildlife back, to empower people to take action for nature, and to create a society where nature matters.
How much income did Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust report in 2025?
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust reported total income of £8.92m and reported expenditure of £7.02m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust?
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust has a program ratio of 76.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 38% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 234 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust registered as a charity?
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 July 1963 as charity number 218895. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust?
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust operate?
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust operates across 3 areas: Lincolnshire, North East Lincolnshire and North Lincolnshire.
Is Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 218895.
Details
Banovallum House
Manor House Street
Horncastle
LN9 5HF
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Lincolnshire and South Humberside Trust for Nature Conservation Limited
- The Lincolnshire Naturalists Trust Limited
- The Lincolnshire Trust for Nature Conservation
- The Lincolnshire Trust for Nature Conservation Limited
- The Lincolnshire Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated