The Aspinall Foundation
Also known as: Howletts and Port Lympne Foundation, The John Aspinall Foundation, Aka the Howletts and Port Lympne Foundation
The Foundation is actively involved and sponsor conservation activities both at Howletts and Port Lympne Wild Animal Parks, in addition to overseas projects in the Congo and Gabon and more recently in Indonesia and Madagascar. Our main spheres of conservation-based activity include captive breeding and ecosystem management and reintroduction of captive-bred and confiscated wild-born animals.
Activities & Mission
The Foundation is actively involved and sponsor conservation activities both at Howletts and Port Lympne Wild Animal Parks, in addition to overseas projects in the Congo and Gabon and more recently in Indonesia and Madagascar. Our main spheres of conservation-based activity include captive breeding and ecosystem management and reintroduction of captive-bred and confiscated wild-born animals.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 97% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 234). How is this calculated?
Higher than 23% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,950,000 | £3,480,000 | £2,660,000 | £32,428,000 | £7,595,000 | 20 / 37 |
| 2023 | £1,529,000 | £3,158,000 | £2,357,000 | £33,581,000 | £8,497,000 | 22 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,921,000 | £3,095,000 | £2,191,000 | £35,374,000 | £10,232,000 | 22 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,325,000 | £3,279,000 | £2,436,000 | £38,731,000 | £13,572,000 | 22 / 0 |
| 2020 | £1,948,000 | £2,892,000 | £2,304,000 | £37,675,000 | £2,202,000 | 19 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Aspinall Foundation
What does The Aspinall Foundation do?
The Foundation is actively involved and sponsor conservation activities both at Howletts and Port Lympne Wild Animal Parks, in addition to overseas projects in the Congo and Gabon and more recently in Indonesia and Madagascar. Our main spheres of conservation-based activity include captive breeding and ecosystem management and reintroduction of captive-bred and confiscated wild-born animals.
How much income did The Aspinall Foundation report in 2024?
The Aspinall Foundation reported total income of £1.95m and reported expenditure of £3.48m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Aspinall Foundation?
The Aspinall Foundation has a program ratio of 136.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 234 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Aspinall Foundation registered as a charity?
The Aspinall Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 April 1984 as charity number 326567. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs The Aspinall Foundation?
The Aspinall Foundation is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAMIAN ASPINALL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Aspinall Foundation operate?
The Aspinall Foundation operates across 4 areas: Congo, Gabon, Indonesia and Madagascar.
Is The Aspinall Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Aspinall Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 326567.
Details
Port Lympne Reserve
Nr Ashford
Kent
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Also Known As
- Howletts and Port Lympne Foundation
- The John Aspinall Foundation
- Aka the Howletts and Port Lympne Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated