Marwell Wildlife
Also known as: Marwell Preservation Trust Limited, Marwell Zoological Park
To advance the education of the public and to promote the conservation of biological and other natural resources; in particular by but not limited to the provision of public education, scientific study, and the restoration and maintenance of endangered animals, plants and habitats in both protective and natural environments.
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of the public and to promote the conservation of biological and other natural resources; in particular by but not limited to the provision of public education, scientific study, and the restoration and maintenance of endangered animals, plants and habitats in both protective and natural environments.
Grants
Marwell Wildlife makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £13,953,720
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, animals and the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Country
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £12,479,648 | £13,953,720 | £9,099,425 | £16,389,375 | £1,279,246 | 257 / 120 |
| 2024 | £12,400,879 | £12,795,744 | £8,237,880 | £17,863,447 | £2,773,084 | 265 / 120 |
| 2023 | £11,705,745 | £12,546,999 | £8,123,034 | £18,258,312 | £17,916,551 | 253 / 116 |
| 2022 | £12,455,339 | £12,898,260 | £8,485,001 | £19,099,566 | £18,685,864 | 278 / 57 |
| 2021 | £11,035,707 | £10,415,241 | £7,030,666 | £19,542,487 | £19,207,492 | 196 / 134 |
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Frequently asked questions about Marwell Wildlife
What does Marwell Wildlife do?
To advance the education of the public and to promote the conservation of biological and other natural resources; in particular by but not limited to the provision of public education, scientific study, and the restoration and maintenance of endangered animals, plants and habitats in both protective and natural environments.
How much income did Marwell Wildlife report in 2025?
Marwell Wildlife reported total income of £12.48m and reported expenditure of £13.95m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Marwell Wildlife registered as a charity?
Marwell Wildlife was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 March 1978 as charity number 275433. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs Marwell Wildlife?
Marwell Wildlife is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Francis McCaffrey. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Marwell Wildlife operate?
Marwell Wildlife operates across 5 areas, including Bhutan, Kazakhstan, Kenya and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Marwell Wildlife a registered charity?
Yes — Marwell Wildlife is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 275433.
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Marwell Preservation Trust Limited
- Marwell Zoological Park
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated