Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch
Also known as: RSPCA - Bristol and District Branch, Bristol Animal Rescue Centre (bristol A.r.c.), RSPCA Bristol and District Branch
We are committed to preventing cruelty and promoting kindness to animals. We aim to reduce animal suffering and increase animal well-being through our activities. We do this via our veterinary services in a dedicated veterinary clinic, through re-homing and re-uniting owners of lost animals in our animal home (Bristol Animal Rescue Centre) and through Branch awareness activities.
Activities & Mission
We are committed to preventing cruelty and promoting kindness to animals. We aim to reduce animal suffering and increase animal well-being through our activities. We do this via our veterinary services in a dedicated veterinary clinic, through re-homing and re-uniting owners of lost animals in our animal home (Bristol Animal Rescue Centre) and through Branch awareness activities.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 34% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 347). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £2,004,920 | £2,160,086 | £1,767,461 | £6,277,990 | £1,633,086 | 57 / 144 |
| 2024 | £2,694,252 | £1,867,042 | £1,578,729 | £6,315,182 | £6,304,653 | 57 / 150 |
| 2023 | £1,568,064 | £1,675,385 | £1,396,251 | £5,378,061 | £1,130,000 | 52 / 230 |
| 2022 | £2,263,186 | £1,623,114 | £1,355,508 | £5,406,799 | £1,162,498 | 52 / 231 |
| 2021 | £1,878,193 | £1,501,952 | £1,241,568 | £5,022,695 | £1,222,695 | 38 / 420 |
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Frequently asked questions about Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch
What does Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch do?
We are committed to preventing cruelty and promoting kindness to animals. We aim to reduce animal suffering and increase animal well-being through our activities. We do this via our veterinary services in a dedicated veterinary clinic, through re-homing and re-uniting owners of lost animals in our animal home (Bristol Animal Rescue Centre) and through Branch awareness activities.
How much income did Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch report in 2025?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch reported total income of £2.00m and reported expenditure of £2.16m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch has a program ratio of 88.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 34% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 347 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch registered as a charity?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 May 1963 as charity number 205858. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Benjamin James Davies. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch operate?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch operates across 3 areas: Bristol City, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
Is Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Bristol And District Branch is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 205858.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- RSPCA - Bristol and District Branch
- Bristol Animal Rescue Centre (bristol A.r.c.)
- RSPCA Bristol and District Branch
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated