The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited
Also known as: Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Glasshouses
The current activities are to further public education in botany,horticulture and zoology and provide facilities for research. In addition the charity maintains and operates the Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Glasshouses for the above purpose and for the recreation of the public.
Activities & Mission
The current activities are to further public education in botany,horticulture and zoology and provide facilities for research. In addition the charity maintains and operates the Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Glasshouses for the above purpose and for the recreation 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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 29% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 17% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Leisure 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,011,835 | £2,109,386 | £1,590,603 | £2,221,885 | £249,511 | 44 / 100 |
| 2024 | £2,117,539 | £2,067,795 | £1,537,747 | £2,319,438 | £611,982 | 38 / 75 |
| 2023 | £2,490,150 | £1,781,395 | £1,203,823 | £2,269,692 | £910,474 | 35 / 100 |
| 2022 | £1,698,639 | £1,737,680 | £1,049,644 | £1,560,937 | £958,348 | 25 / 51 |
| 2021 | £1,573,552 | £1,432,591 | £1,173,887 | £1,599,977 | £699,390 | 25 / 53 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited
What does The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited do?
The current activities are to further public education in botany,horticulture and zoology and provide facilities for research. In addition the charity maintains and operates the Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Glasshouses for the above purpose and for the recreation of the public.
How much income did The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited report in 2025?
The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited reported total income of £2.01m and reported expenditure of £2.11m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited?
The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited has a program ratio of 79.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 29% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited registered as a charity?
The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 February 1963 as charity number 528981. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited?
The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited operate?
The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Birmingham Botanical And Horticultural Society Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 528981.
Details
WESTBOURNE ROAD
EDGBASTON
BIRMINGHAM
B15 3TR
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated