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National Equine Defence Society

Also known as: N E D S, Neds

Rescue, rehabilitate & rehome where possible, equines, cats & dogs. We act as a 'safe house' for RSPCA, police & other groups rescued horses. We allow visits from schools, disadvantaged people, disabled and other interested parties.

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Activities & Mission

Rescue, rehabilitate & rehome where possible, equines, cats & dogs. We act as a 'safe house' for RSPCA, police & other groups rescued horses. We allow visits from schools, disadvantaged people, disabled and other interested parties.

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.

Show all 10 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£6
Latest Expenditure
£1,357

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 22616.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 22616.7%
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 2020.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2020
£63,548
£11,4180 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about National Equine Defence Society

What does National Equine Defence Society do?

Rescue, rehabilitate & rehome where possible, equines, cats & dogs. We act as a 'safe house' for RSPCA, police & other groups rescued horses. We allow visits from schools, disadvantaged people, disabled and other interested parties.

How much income did National Equine Defence Society report in 2020?

National Equine Defence Society reported total income of £64k and reported expenditure of £11k for the financial year ending 2020, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was National Equine Defence Society registered as a charity?

National Equine Defence Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 February 1993 as charity number 1017711. It has been registered for 33 years.

Who runs National Equine Defence Society?

National Equine Defence Society is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOHN STUART FEARN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does National Equine Defence Society operate?

National Equine Defence Society operates across 10 areas, including Barnsley, Bradford City, Calderdale and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is National Equine Defence Society a registered charity?

Yes — National Equine Defence Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1017711.

Details

Address
Brooks Cottage
Craigellachie
ABERLOUR
Banffshire
AB38 9SD
Registration Date
25 February 1993
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1017711
Charity Number
1017711

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Trustees

JOHN STUART FEARN Chair
BEN THOMPSON
Patricia Lynn Fearn
TESS Holmes

Also Known As

  • N E D S
  • Neds

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