The Friends Of Ashdown Forest
Assists the Conservators of Ashdown Forest to maintain the forest by provision of additional funds for specific items which they would otherwise not be able to afford.
Activities & Mission
Assists the Conservators of Ashdown Forest to maintain the forest by provision of additional funds for specific items which they would otherwise not be able to afford.
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
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — The Ashdown Forest Conservation Trust (organisation 278920)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £119,875 | £90,042 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £83,789 | £32,903 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £23,977 | £22,330 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £31,323 | £23,207 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £26,232 | £21,016 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Ashdown Forest
What does The Friends Of Ashdown Forest do?
Assists the Conservators of Ashdown Forest to maintain the forest by provision of additional funds for specific items which they would otherwise not be able to afford.
How much income did The Friends Of Ashdown Forest report in 2025?
The Friends Of Ashdown Forest reported total income of £120k and reported expenditure of £90k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Friends Of Ashdown Forest registered as a charity?
The Friends Of Ashdown Forest was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 March 1962 as charity number 205245. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The Friends Of Ashdown Forest?
The Friends Of Ashdown Forest is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is MRS P ARNOLD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of Ashdown Forest operate?
The Friends Of Ashdown Forest operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Friends Of Ashdown Forest a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of Ashdown Forest is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 205245.
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