The Countryside Alliance Foundation
Promoting the conservation, protection and improvement of the environmentSupporting conservation projects that protect flora and fauna in the British countrysideEducating the public in subjects relating to the conservation, protection and enjoyment of the countrysidePromoting sustainable development through research and the prudent use of natural resources
Activities & Mission
Promoting the conservation, protection and improvement of the environmentSupporting conservation projects that protect flora and fauna in the British countrysideEducating the public in subjects relating to the conservation, protection and enjoyment of the countrysidePromoting sustainable development through research and the prudent use of natural resources
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 6% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 5% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 4% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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 — Casting for Recovery UK & Ireland (organisation 4049701)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,974,249 | £1,467,815 | £900,363 | £517,396 | £497,076 | 8 / 29 |
| 2023 | £325,282 | £330,976 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £223,369 | £222,763 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2021 | £252,620 | £233,859 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2020 | £141,407 | £194,718 | 0 / 75 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Countryside Alliance Foundation
What does The Countryside Alliance Foundation do?
Promoting the conservation, protection and improvement of the environmentSupporting conservation projects that protect flora and fauna in the British countrysideEducating the public in subjects relating to the conservation, protection and enjoyment of the countrysidePromoting sustainable development through research and the prudent use of natural resources
How much income did The Countryside Alliance Foundation report in 2024?
The Countryside Alliance Foundation reported total income of £1.97m and reported expenditure of £1.47m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Countryside Alliance Foundation?
The Countryside Alliance Foundation has a program ratio of 45.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 6% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Countryside Alliance Foundation registered as a charity?
The Countryside Alliance Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 October 2007 as charity number 1121034. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Countryside Alliance Foundation?
The Countryside Alliance Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Countryside Alliance Foundation operate?
The Countryside Alliance Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Countryside Alliance Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Countryside Alliance Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1121034.
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LONDON
SE1 7SJ
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