Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch
Also known as: RSPCA Portsmouth and South East Hampshire Branch, RSPCA Solent Branch, The Southampton Clinic, The Stubbington Ark
RSPCA Solent Branch covers 400 square miles of Hampshire and operates The Stubbington Ark Animal Centre in Fareham. We support the inspectorate to rescue, rehabilitate, rehome and release back to the wild injured, abandoned, mistreated and stray animals/wildlife. As a separately registered Branch of the RSPCA, we are responsible for raising our own funds to deliver our vital animal welfare work.
Activities & Mission
RSPCA Solent Branch covers 400 square miles of Hampshire and operates The Stubbington Ark Animal Centre in Fareham. We support the inspectorate to rescue, rehabilitate, rehome and release back to the wild injured, abandoned, mistreated and stray animals/wildlife. As a separately registered Branch of the RSPCA, we are responsible for raising our own funds to deliver our vital animal welfare work.
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 29% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 234). How is this calculated?
Higher than 18% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Environment 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,661,815 | £1,610,449 | £1,135,904 | £5,280,095 | £5,280,095 | 51 / 130 |
| 2023 | £1,402,115 | £1,378,796 | £974,182 | £5,222,062 | £5,189,441 | 49 / 150 |
| 2022 | £1,920,414 | £1,272,238 | £958,848 | £5,205,410 | £5,162,754 | 39 / 250 |
| 2021 | £1,833,916 | £1,006,452 | £990,268 | £4,557,234 | £50,361,950 | 30 / 250 |
| 2020 | £1,288,201 | £928,329 | £926,222 | £3,660,308 | £1,475,769 | 34 / 200 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch
What does Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch do?
RSPCA Solent Branch covers 400 square miles of Hampshire and operates The Stubbington Ark Animal Centre in Fareham. We support the inspectorate to rescue, rehabilitate, rehome and release back to the wild injured, abandoned, mistreated and stray animals/wildlife. As a separately registered Branch of the RSPCA, we are responsible for raising our own funds to deliver our vital animal welfare work.
How much income did Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch report in 2024?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch reported total income of £1.66m and reported expenditure of £1.61m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch has a program ratio of 68.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 29% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 234 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch registered as a charity?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 March 1962 as charity number 205096. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch is governed by a board of 6 trustees. 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 Solent Branch operate?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch operates in Hampshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals Solent Branch is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 205096.
Details
Ranvilles Farm Animal Shelter
174-176 Ranvilles Lane
FAREHAM
Hampshire
PO14 3EZ
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Also Known As
- RSPCA Portsmouth and South East Hampshire Branch
- RSPCA Solent Branch
- The Southampton Clinic
- The Stubbington Ark
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated