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The Barn Owl Trust

Also known as: B O T, Bot Environmental

Between 1988 -2024 we carried out Conservation of the Barn Owl and its Environment through practical conservation work, research, education and a free national information and advice service. On 31st March 2024 we transferred all our assets and our work to Barn Owl Trust - charity no. 1201419. Since April 2024 we have been operating as Barn Owl Trust. Our website is - www.barnowltrust.org.uk

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Activities & Mission

Between 1988 -2024 we carried out Conservation of the Barn Owl and its Environment through practical conservation work, research, education and a free national information and advice service. On 31st March 2024 we transferred all our assets and our work to Barn Owl Trust - charity no. 1201419. Since April 2024 we have been operating as Barn Owl Trust. Our website is - www.barnowltrust.org.uk

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
£0
Latest Expenditure
£0

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 29.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 95.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 10.9%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,140,914
Charitable Activities £149,185
Other Trading £16,990
Investments £5,051
Other Income £10,901

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £384,436
Raising Funds £19,810
Governance £24,442
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2016 — The Aviary Society (organisation 4000655)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£413,029
£1,948,6210 / 40
2023
£1,323,041
£404,246£384,436£1,535,592£406,33919 / 65
2022
£389,064
£359,0560 / 30
2021
£432,896
£410,1040 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Barn Owl Trust

What does The Barn Owl Trust do?

Between 1988 -2024 we carried out Conservation of the Barn Owl and its Environment through practical conservation work, research, education and a free national information and advice service. On 31st March 2024 we transferred all our assets and our work to Barn Owl Trust - charity no. 1201419. Since April 2024 we have been operating as Barn Owl Trust. Our website is - www.barnowltrust.org.uk

How much income did The Barn Owl Trust report in 2024?

The Barn Owl Trust reported total income of £413k and reported expenditure of £1.95m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Barn Owl Trust registered as a charity?

The Barn Owl Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 July 1988 as charity number 299835. It has been registered for 38 years.

Who runs The Barn Owl Trust?

The Barn Owl Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Barn Owl Trust operate?

The Barn Owl Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Barn Owl Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Barn Owl Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 299835.

Details

Address
BARN OWL TRUST
WATERLEAT
ASHBURTON
NEWTON ABBOT
TQ13 7HU
Registration Date
29 July 1988
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
299835
Charity Number
299835

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Trustees

FRANCES JAINE RAMSDEN
Also governs 2 other charities
KEITH RANALD GRANT
Also governs 2 other charities
KEVIN KEATLEY
Also governs 2 other charities
SIMON JAMES ROSS WILSON

Also Known As

  • B O T
  • Bot Environmental

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