Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust
Also known as: Shropshire Hills Aonb Conservation Fund, Shropshire Hills Landscape Trust, Shropshire Hills Trust
The charity's objectives are the conservation and enhancement of the natural beauty, landscape, wildlife and historic value of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It awards grants to projects carried out by individuals and groups whose activities support these objectives. It is also concerned to advance understanding and awareness of the environmental value of the AONB.
Activities & Mission
The charity's objectives are the conservation and enhancement of the natural beauty, landscape, wildlife and historic value of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It awards grants to projects carried out by individuals and groups whose activities support these objectives. It is also concerned to advance understanding and awareness of the environmental value of the AONB.
Grants
Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £21,537
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £31,799 | £21,537 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2024 | £13,563 | £16,590 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £11,843 | £20,095 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £13,206 | £7,826 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £19,484 | £13,865 | 0 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust
What does Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust do?
The charity's objectives are the conservation and enhancement of the natural beauty, landscape, wildlife and historic value of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It awards grants to projects carried out by individuals and groups whose activities support these objectives. It is also concerned to advance understanding and awareness of the environmental value of the AONB.
How much income did Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust report in 2025?
Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust reported total income of £32k and reported expenditure of £22k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust registered as a charity?
Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 July 2016 as charity number 1168432. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust?
Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rachel Stephany Cockett. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust operate?
Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust operates across 2 areas: Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin.
Is Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Shropshire Hills Aonb Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168432.
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Also Known As
- Shropshire Hills Aonb Conservation Fund
- Shropshire Hills Landscape Trust
- Shropshire Hills Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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- How metrics are calculated