Olden Community Garden
OLDEN COMMUNITY GARDEN IS A TWO-ACRE SITE IN ISLINGTON. THE GARDEN IS RUN ON ORGANIC PRINCIPLES, AND PROVIDES A BASE FOR GARDENING-RELATED AND GENERAL ACTIVITIES. THE GARDEN IS OPEN TO KEY-HOLDING MEMBERS, AND TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC ON VOLUNTEER WORK DAYS. THE GARDEN HAS LINKS WITH LOCAL SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO OPEN SPACE AND OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN ABOUT GARDENING.
Activities & Mission
OLDEN COMMUNITY GARDEN IS A TWO-ACRE SITE IN ISLINGTON. THE GARDEN IS RUN ON ORGANIC PRINCIPLES, AND PROVIDES A BASE FOR GARDENING-RELATED AND GENERAL ACTIVITIES. THE GARDEN IS OPEN TO KEY-HOLDING MEMBERS, AND TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC ON VOLUNTEER WORK DAYS. THE GARDEN HAS LINKS WITH LOCAL SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO OPEN SPACE AND OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN ABOUT GARDENING.
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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.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £28,161 | £22,010 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2023 | £30,119 | £31,805 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2022 | £20,448 | £19,540 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £16,579 | £13,506 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2020 | £9,594 | £12,876 | 0 / 23 |
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Frequently asked questions about Olden Community Garden
What does Olden Community Garden do?
OLDEN COMMUNITY GARDEN IS A TWO-ACRE SITE IN ISLINGTON. THE GARDEN IS RUN ON ORGANIC PRINCIPLES, AND PROVIDES A BASE FOR GARDENING-RELATED AND GENERAL ACTIVITIES. THE GARDEN IS OPEN TO KEY-HOLDING MEMBERS, AND TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC ON VOLUNTEER WORK DAYS. THE GARDEN HAS LINKS WITH LOCAL SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO OPEN SPACE AND OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN ABOUT GARDENING.
How much income did Olden Community Garden report in 2024?
Olden Community Garden reported total income of £28k and reported expenditure of £22k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Olden Community Garden registered as a charity?
Olden Community Garden was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 August 2014 as charity number 1158105. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Olden Community Garden?
Olden Community Garden is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Hamish Charles Keith Waddell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Olden Community Garden operate?
Olden Community Garden operates in Islington, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Olden Community Garden a registered charity?
Yes — Olden Community Garden is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1158105.
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N5 2UP
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