The Boston Woods Trust
Acquiring arable land in an arc close to Boston & creating woodland & wild flower meadows & parkland. We create all-weather paths & appropriate car parking to encourage visitors to walk. The eventual plan includes lakes, an amphitheatre & a "Snail Hill". Currently the trust owns 76 acres and leases 32 acres out of a planned 3000 acres.
Activities & Mission
Acquiring arable land in an arc close to Boston & creating woodland & wild flower meadows & parkland. We create all-weather paths & appropriate car parking to encourage visitors to walk. The eventual plan includes lakes, an amphitheatre & a "Snail Hill". Currently the trust owns 76 acres and leases 32 acres out of a planned 3000 acres.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £285,694 | £65,585 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2025 | £130,886 | £112,042 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £207,354 | £95,331 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2023 | £39,634 | £104,916 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £63,801 | £75,836 | 0 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Boston Woods Trust
What does The Boston Woods Trust do?
Acquiring arable land in an arc close to Boston & creating woodland & wild flower meadows & parkland. We create all-weather paths & appropriate car parking to encourage visitors to walk. The eventual plan includes lakes, an amphitheatre & a "Snail Hill". Currently the trust owns 76 acres and leases 32 acres out of a planned 3000 acres.
How much income did The Boston Woods Trust report in 2026?
The Boston Woods Trust reported total income of £286k and reported expenditure of £66k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Boston Woods Trust registered as a charity?
The Boston Woods Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2002 as charity number 1090420. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The Boston Woods Trust?
The Boston Woods Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Stephen Philip Elwood. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Boston Woods Trust operate?
The Boston Woods Trust operates in Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Boston Woods Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Boston Woods Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1090420.
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- 2 November 2026
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