Stokenchurch Dog Rescue
Also known as: Dog Rescue and Welfare Society (high Wycombe), Dog Rescue, Dog Rescue Stokenchurch
To rescue, board and place stray and unwanted dogs in good homes. To continue to care for and protect dogs in need. In line with our non-destruct policy, we endeavour to save abandoned dogs from being put to sleep in the specified areas.
Activities & Mission
To rescue, board and place stray and unwanted dogs in good homes. To continue to care for and protect dogs in need. In line with our non-destruct policy, we endeavour to save abandoned dogs from being put to sleep in the specified areas.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 36% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 94). How is this calculated?
Higher than 41% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 65% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £358,848 | £471,053 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2024 | £770,775 | £494,776 | £465,399 | £1,835,228 | £849,000 | 9 / 125 |
| 2023 | £482,887 | £206,056 | 0 / 160 | |||
| 2022 | £367,203 | £331,265 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2021 | £264,920 | £278,416 | 0 / 300 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Stokenchurch Dog Rescue
What does Stokenchurch Dog Rescue do?
To rescue, board and place stray and unwanted dogs in good homes. To continue to care for and protect dogs in need. In line with our non-destruct policy, we endeavour to save abandoned dogs from being put to sleep in the specified areas.
How much income did Stokenchurch Dog Rescue report in 2025?
Stokenchurch Dog Rescue reported total income of £359k and reported expenditure of £471k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Stokenchurch Dog Rescue?
Stokenchurch Dog Rescue has a program ratio of 60.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 36% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 94 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Stokenchurch Dog Rescue registered as a charity?
Stokenchurch Dog Rescue was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 November 1977 as charity number 274589. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs Stokenchurch Dog Rescue?
Stokenchurch Dog Rescue is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lesley Peel. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Stokenchurch Dog Rescue operate?
Stokenchurch Dog Rescue operates across 3 areas: Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and West Berkshire.
Is Stokenchurch Dog Rescue a registered charity?
Yes — Stokenchurch Dog Rescue is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 274589.
Details
Oxford Road
Stokenchurch
HIGH WYCOMBE
HP14 3TD
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Dog Rescue and Welfare Society (high Wycombe)
- Dog Rescue
- Dog Rescue Stokenchurch
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated