The Countryside Regeneration Trust
Also known as: Countryside Restoration Trust, Crt
The Countryside Restoration Trust is the UK's leading charity promoting wildlife-friendly farming and campaigning for a living, working countryside. The Trust believes that wildlife is integral to good farming. That philosophy is put into practice on over 1500 acres of working farms, small holdings and woodland across the country.
Activities & Mission
The Countryside Restoration Trust is the UK's leading charity promoting wildlife-friendly farming and campaigning for a living, working countryside. The Trust believes that wildlife is integral to good farming. That philosophy is put into practice on over 1500 acres of working farms, small holdings and woodland across the country.
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 85% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 16% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 5% 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 2025.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,498,564 | £1,925,889 | £1,604,665 | £27,952,765 | £2,290,103 | 18 / 120 |
| 2024 | £1,441,119 | £1,625,929 | £1,178,314 | £27,560,239 | £2,189,006 | 16 / 75 |
| 2023 | £2,676,509 | £1,649,975 | £970,870 | £27,586,702 | £1,348,061 | 18 / 384 |
| 2022 | £4,185,631 | £1,802,555 | £1,308,273 | £26,109,115 | £23,657,030 | 15 / 0 |
| 2021 | £590,753 | £1,582,832 | £1,113,247 | £22,968,897 | £565,780 | 12 / 145 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Countryside Regeneration Trust
What does The Countryside Regeneration Trust do?
The Countryside Restoration Trust is the UK's leading charity promoting wildlife-friendly farming and campaigning for a living, working countryside. The Trust believes that wildlife is integral to good farming. That philosophy is put into practice on over 1500 acres of working farms, small holdings and woodland across the country.
How much income did The Countryside Regeneration Trust report in 2025?
The Countryside Regeneration Trust reported total income of £1.50m and reported expenditure of £1.93m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Countryside Regeneration Trust?
The Countryside Regeneration Trust has a program ratio of 107.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 85% 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 Regeneration Trust registered as a charity?
The Countryside Regeneration Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 May 2011 as charity number 1142122. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs The Countryside Regeneration Trust?
The Countryside Regeneration Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Countryside Regeneration Trust operate?
The Countryside Regeneration Trust operates across 10 areas, including Cambridgeshire, Dorset, East Sussex and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Countryside Regeneration Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Countryside Regeneration Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142122.
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Comberton
Cambridge
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
CB23 7EN
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- 14 May 2026
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