The Douglas Bomford Trust
Supporting the application of engineering to agriculture and related areas through research and education
Activities & Mission
Supporting the application of engineering to agriculture and related areas through research and education
Grants
The Douglas Bomford Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £205,533
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, the environment, conservation, or heritage and other charitable purposes
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
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 | £167,491 | £205,533 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £168,562 | £153,513 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £336,730 | £149,154 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £148,112 | £112,106 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £169,460 | £156,524 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Douglas Bomford Trust
What does The Douglas Bomford Trust do?
Supporting the application of engineering to agriculture and related areas through research and education
How much income did The Douglas Bomford Trust report in 2025?
The Douglas Bomford Trust reported total income of £167k and reported expenditure of £206k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Douglas Bomford Trust registered as a charity?
The Douglas Bomford Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 December 2007 as charity number 1121785. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Douglas Bomford Trust?
The Douglas Bomford 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 Douglas Bomford Trust operate?
The Douglas Bomford Trust operates across 2 areas: Ireland and Scotland.
Is The Douglas Bomford Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Douglas Bomford Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1121785.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 2 other charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated