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Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch

Also known as: Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Dorset West Branch, RSPCA Dorset West Branch, Taylors Animal Rehoming Centre

The charity promotes the work and objects of the National RSPCA being to prevent cruelty, promote kindness to and alleviate suffering of animals, in the West Dorset and Axminster Devon area. It takes into care and rehomes unwanted and stray pets, assists owners with payment for veterinary treatment, and contributes to South West regional RSPCA schemes.

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Activities & Mission

The charity promotes the work and objects of the National RSPCA being to prevent cruelty, promote kindness to and alleviate suffering of animals, in the West Dorset and Axminster Devon area. It takes into care and rehomes unwanted and stray pets, assists owners with payment for veterinary treatment, and contributes to South West regional RSPCA schemes.

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 Information

Latest Income
£394,701
Latest Expenditure
£401,326

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 101.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 101.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£394,701
£401,3260 / 45
2023
£301,384
£360,0630 / 30
2022
£294,088
£359,0320 / 50
2021
£340,967
£346,2250 / 8
2020
£319,647
£336,4660 / 8

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch

What does Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch do?

The charity promotes the work and objects of the National RSPCA being to prevent cruelty, promote kindness to and alleviate suffering of animals, in the West Dorset and Axminster Devon area. It takes into care and rehomes unwanted and stray pets, assists owners with payment for veterinary treatment, and contributes to South West regional RSPCA schemes.

How much income did Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch report in 2024?

Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch reported total income of £395k and reported expenditure of £401k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch registered as a charity?

Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 July 1966 as charity number 248616. It has been registered for 60 years.

Who runs Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch?

Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch is governed by a board of 8 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 West Dorset Branch operate?

Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch a registered charity?

Yes — Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals West Dorset Branch is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 248616.

Details

Address
RSPCA Taylor's Rehoming Centre
Higher Dairy
Kingston Maurward College
Kingston Maurward
DORCHESTER Dorset
DT2 8PY
Registration Date
13 July 1966
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
248616
Charity Number
248616

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Trustees

Christine Angela Elgar
Also governs 1 other charity
Jemma Smoker
Katherine Fiona Cartwright
Also governs 1 other charity
Nicola Jeanne Pengelly
Also governs 1 other charity

Also Known As

  • Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Dorset West Branch
  • RSPCA Dorset West Branch
  • RSPCA Dorset West Branch
  • Taylors Animal Rehoming Centre

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Register data refreshed
14 May 2026
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