Sydenham Garden
To promote the physical and mental health of residents of the boroughs of Lewisham and Bromley by providing -A community garden where horticulture is used for therapy and rehabilitation.Opportunities for training for work and educationOpportunities for artistic and creative expressionThe protection and preservation of the environment for the benefit of the public.
Activities & Mission
To promote the physical and mental health of residents of the boroughs of Lewisham and Bromley by providing -A community garden where horticulture is used for therapy and rehabilitation.Opportunities for training for work and educationOpportunities for artistic and creative expressionThe protection and preservation of the environment for the benefit of the public.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 41% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 421). How is this calculated?
Higher than 33% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 29% of UK Facilities 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 | £659,441 | £529,584 | £487,358 | £668,947 | £251,812 | 20 / 72 |
| 2024 | £429,703 | £445,788 | 0 / 71 | |||
| 2023 | £343,762 | £484,332 | 0 / 65 | |||
| 2022 | £362,025 | £447,787 | 0 / 65 | |||
| 2021 | £483,958 | £395,599 | 0 / 52 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sydenham Garden
What does Sydenham Garden do?
To promote the physical and mental health of residents of the boroughs of Lewisham and Bromley by providing -A community garden where horticulture is used for therapy and rehabilitation.Opportunities for training for work and educationOpportunities for artistic and creative expressionThe protection and preservation of the environment for the benefit of the public.
How much income did Sydenham Garden report in 2025?
Sydenham Garden reported total income of £659k and reported expenditure of £530k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Sydenham Garden?
Sydenham Garden has a program ratio of 73.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 41% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 421 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Sydenham Garden registered as a charity?
Sydenham Garden was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 February 2005 as charity number 1108100. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Sydenham Garden?
Sydenham Garden is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Julia Brandreth. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sydenham Garden operate?
Sydenham Garden operates across 2 areas: Bromley and Lewisham.
Is Sydenham Garden a registered charity?
Yes — Sydenham Garden is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1108100.
Details
28A Wynell Road
London
SE23 2LW
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- 14 May 2026
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