The Butterfly Hospice Trust
Also known as: The Lincolnshire Butterfly Trust
The Butterfly Hospice provides palliative and end of life care to anyone over the age of 18, with a progressive, life limiting illness living in the East of Lincolnshire. No charge is made to any patient, irrespective of their means.We ensure that the person and their family are able to make the best of their time together, and that the quality of their days is more important than the quantity.
Activities & Mission
The Butterfly Hospice provides palliative and end of life care to anyone over the age of 18, with a progressive, life limiting illness living in the East of Lincolnshire. No charge is made to any patient, irrespective of their means.We ensure that the person and their family are able to make the best of their time together, and that the quality of their days is more important than the quantity.
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 11% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1286). How is this calculated?
Higher than 6% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 4% of UK Health 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 | £1,144,303 | £1,158,276 | £599,950 | £2,665,278 | £384,648 | 40 / 152 |
| 2023 | £1,608,232 | £1,039,570 | £531,916 | £2,679,251 | £629,732 | 38 / 230 |
| 2022 | £1,039,577 | £829,778 | £373,943 | £2,110,589 | £346,964 | 36 / 230 |
| 2021 | £815,835 | £670,685 | £328,675 | £1,900,790 | £301,612 | 29 / 230 |
| 2020 | £681,352 | £585,399 | £311,434 | £1,755,640 | £1,294,812 | 30 / 230 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Butterfly Hospice Trust
What does The Butterfly Hospice Trust do?
The Butterfly Hospice provides palliative and end of life care to anyone over the age of 18, with a progressive, life limiting illness living in the East of Lincolnshire. No charge is made to any patient, irrespective of their means.We ensure that the person and their family are able to make the best of their time together, and that the quality of their days is more important than the quantity.
How much income did The Butterfly Hospice Trust report in 2024?
The Butterfly Hospice Trust reported total income of £1.14m and reported expenditure of £1.16m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Butterfly Hospice Trust?
The Butterfly Hospice Trust has a program ratio of 52.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 11% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1286 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Butterfly Hospice Trust registered as a charity?
The Butterfly Hospice Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 April 2006 as charity number 1113697. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs The Butterfly Hospice Trust?
The Butterfly Hospice Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Butterfly Hospice Trust operate?
The Butterfly Hospice Trust operates in Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Butterfly Hospice Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Butterfly Hospice Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1113697.
Details
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PE21 9DH
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Also Known As
- The Lincolnshire Butterfly Trust
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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