The Ferne Animal Sanctuary
TO PROVIDE CARE AND SHELTER FOR STRAY NEGLECTED AND UNWANTED ANIMALS OF ALL KINDS AND THE PROTECTION OF ANIMALS OF ALL KINDS FROM ILL-USAGE CRUELTY AND SUFFERING.
Activities & Mission
TO PROVIDE CARE AND SHELTER FOR STRAY NEGLECTED AND UNWANTED ANIMALS OF ALL KINDS AND THE PROTECTION OF ANIMALS OF ALL KINDS FROM ILL-USAGE CRUELTY AND SUFFERING.
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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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 | £2,167,991 | £2,024,377 | £1,027,427 | £4,346,464 | £540,000 | 56 / 132 |
| 2024 | £1,524,878 | £2,261,297 | £1,172,268 | £4,193,919 | £407,000 | 73 / 125 |
| 2023 | £1,550,363 | £1,734,206 | £1,053,388 | £4,909,983 | £875,000 | 59 / 105 |
| 2022 | £1,364,033 | £1,418,803 | £917,776 | £5,156,409 | £0 | 50 / 185 |
| 2021 | £1,300,127 | £1,303,292 | £878,229 | £5,211,179 | £1,044,334 | 51 / 201 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Ferne Animal Sanctuary
What does The Ferne Animal Sanctuary do?
TO PROVIDE CARE AND SHELTER FOR STRAY NEGLECTED AND UNWANTED ANIMALS OF ALL KINDS AND THE PROTECTION OF ANIMALS OF ALL KINDS FROM ILL-USAGE CRUELTY AND SUFFERING.
How much income did The Ferne Animal Sanctuary report in 2025?
The Ferne Animal Sanctuary reported total income of £2.17m and reported expenditure of £2.02m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Ferne Animal Sanctuary registered as a charity?
The Ferne Animal Sanctuary was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 November 2015 as charity number 1164350. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs The Ferne Animal Sanctuary?
The Ferne Animal Sanctuary is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Richard Fuller. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ferne Animal Sanctuary operate?
The Ferne Animal Sanctuary operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Ferne Animal Sanctuary a registered charity?
Yes — The Ferne Animal Sanctuary is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164350.
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