Real Farming Trust

Also known as: The Winged Horse Trust

The Trust supports farming and food production projects that are economically sound, democratic, socially just, humane to animals, and promote the long-term protection of the biosphere

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Activities & Mission

The Trust supports farming and food production projects that are economically sound, democratic, socially just, humane to animals, and promote the long-term protection of the biosphere

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.

Country

Northern Ireland Scotland

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£930,394

Latest Expenditure

£913,038

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 98.1%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 13.2%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £581,144

Charitable Activities £308,181

Other Trading £0

Investments £41,069

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £913,038

Raising Funds £0

Governance £120,172

Grants to Institutions £191,582

Other Expenditure £0

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	£930,394	£913,038	£913,038	£365,737	£242,491	12 / 140
2024	£842,423	£846,621	£846,621	£348,381	£160,566	11 / 75
2023	£613,960	£822,207	£822,207	£352,579	£242,115	6 / 75
2022	£685,000	£548,213	£528,075	£560,826	£275,316	5 / 75
2021	£733,795	£541,424	£541,424	£424,039	£154,894	4 / 52

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Real Farming Trust

What does Real Farming Trust do?

The Trust supports farming and food production projects that are economically sound, democratic, socially just, humane to animals, and promote the long-term protection of the biosphere

How much income did Real Farming Trust report in 2025?

Real Farming Trust reported total income of £930k and reported expenditure of £913k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Real Farming Trust registered as a charity?

Real Farming Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 March 1997 as charity number 1061607. It has been registered for 29 years.

Who runs Real Farming Trust?

Real Farming Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Joy Louise O'Neill. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Real Farming Trust operate?

Real Farming Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Real Farming Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Real Farming Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1061607.