The East Malling Trust
Also known as: East Malling Trust for Horticultural Research
The Trust's key objectives are:-Contribute to health, wellbeing and wider society for the public benefit through the support of research, innovation and education in plant sciences, particularly horticulture. Preserving the fabric, history and heritage of Grade 1 listed Bradbourne House; and the scientific research history of the estate.
Activities & Mission
The Trust's key objectives are:-Contribute to health, wellbeing and wider society for the public benefit through the support of research, innovation and education in plant sciences, particularly horticulture. Preserving the fabric, history and heritage of Grade 1 listed Bradbourne House; and the scientific research history of the estate.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 12% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 5% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 4% of UK Heritage 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,856,622 | £3,470,277 | £975,551 | £76,358,304 | £76,358,304 | 19 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,317,477 | £3,399,962 | £1,028,258 | £75,967,663 | £75,967,663 | 18 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,665,308 | £2,960,768 | £805,988 | £74,619,478 | £74,619,478 | 17 / 0 |
| 2022 | £12,911,497 | £2,489,479 | £603,422 | £74,340,689 | £74,340,689 | 18 / 0 |
| 2021 | £9,055,583 | £9,011,970 | £7,299,151 | £63,918,671 | £63,894,876 | 17 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The East Malling Trust
What does The East Malling Trust do?
The Trust's key objectives are:-Contribute to health, wellbeing and wider society for the public benefit through the support of research, innovation and education in plant sciences, particularly horticulture. Preserving the fabric, history and heritage of Grade 1 listed Bradbourne House; and the scientific research history of the estate.
How much income did The East Malling Trust report in 2025?
The East Malling Trust reported total income of £3.86m and reported expenditure of £3.47m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The East Malling Trust?
The East Malling Trust has a program ratio of 25.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 12% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The East Malling Trust registered as a charity?
The East Malling Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 March 2010 as charity number 1134729. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs The East Malling Trust?
The East Malling 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 East Malling Trust operate?
The East Malling Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The East Malling Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The East Malling Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1134729.
Details
New Road
East Malling
West Malling
Kent
ME19 6DZ
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Also Known As
- East Malling Trust for Horticultural Research
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated