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The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory

The charity exists to run the Bardsey Bird and Field Observatory, one of the Bird Observatories of England and Wales. The Observatory carries out monitoring work of the flora and fauna of the island.

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Activities & Mission

The charity exists to run the Bardsey Bird and Field Observatory, one of the Bird Observatories of England and Wales. The Observatory carries out monitoring work of the flora and fauna of the island.

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.

Region

Financial Information

Latest Income
£103,931
Latest Expenditure
£95,469

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 91.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 91.9%
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
£103,931
£95,4690 / 6
2023
£97,876
£84,7060 / 10
2022
£78,541
£81,3720 / 15
2021
£101,465
£59,9910 / 5
2020
£80,677
£52,9810 / 3

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Frequently asked questions about The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory

What does The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory do?

The charity exists to run the Bardsey Bird and Field Observatory, one of the Bird Observatories of England and Wales. The Observatory carries out monitoring work of the flora and fauna of the island.

How much income did The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory report in 2024?

The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory reported total income of £104k and reported expenditure of £95k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory registered as a charity?

The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 November 1966 as charity number 249790. It has been registered for 60 years.

Who runs The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory?

The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is DIANNE CAROLYN CHARLES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory operate?

The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory a registered charity?

Yes — The Bardsey Bird And Field Observatory is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 249790.

Details

Address
2 REGENT CLOSE
BIRMINGHAM
B5 7PL
Registration Date
14 November 1966
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
249790
Charity Number
249790

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Trustees

DIANNE CAROLYN CHARLES Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Andrew Lawrence
Mark Peter Simmonds
Mervyn Wynne Jones
Professor Joe Brownlie

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