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
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 85% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 94). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 32% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
How efficient is Real Farming Trust?
Real Farming Trust has a program ratio of 98.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 85% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 94 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
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.
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HEREFORD
HR2 0JW
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Also Known As
- The Winged Horse Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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