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Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited

The long term monitoring of bird populations, their distribution and migration. The conservation of wildlife and the encouragement of the breeding of wild birds, animals and insects on and around the Spurn Peninsula in East Yorkshire. The provision of hostel type accommodation for visiting nautralists.

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Activities & Mission

The long term monitoring of bird populations, their distribution and migration. The conservation of wildlife and the encouragement of the breeding of wild birds, animals and insects on and around the Spurn Peninsula in East Yorkshire. The provision of hostel type accommodation for visiting nautralists.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£172,887
Latest Expenditure
£159,407

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 92.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 92.2%
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
£172,887
£159,4070 / 100
2023
£186,041
£149,9290 / 100
2022
£176,229
£106,6970 / 100
2021
£201,220
£104,6850 / 62
2020
£107,263
£61,9010 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited

What does Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited do?

The long term monitoring of bird populations, their distribution and migration. The conservation of wildlife and the encouragement of the breeding of wild birds, animals and insects on and around the Spurn Peninsula in East Yorkshire. The provision of hostel type accommodation for visiting nautralists.

How much income did Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited report in 2024?

Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited reported total income of £173k and reported expenditure of £159k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited registered as a charity?

Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 April 2011 as charity number 1141408. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited?

Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sarah Harris. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited operate?

Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited operates in East Riding Of Yorkshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Spurn Bird Observatory Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1141408.

Details

Address
Kew Villa
Kilnsea Road
Kilnsea
Hull
HU12 0UB
Registration Date
13 April 2011
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5015791
Charity Number
1141408

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Trustees

Sarah Harris Chair
Peter Short
ROB ADAMS

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