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The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden

To advance public education in botany, horticulture, ecology and environmental science at Durham University Botanic Garden which is itself a centre of excellence for education, conservation and research.

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Activities & Mission

To advance public education in botany, horticulture, ecology and environmental science at Durham University Botanic Garden which is itself a centre of excellence for education, conservation and research.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£16,349
Latest Expenditure
£27,541

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 168.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 168.5%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£16,349
£27,5410 / 45

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden

What does The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden do?

To advance public education in botany, horticulture, ecology and environmental science at Durham University Botanic Garden which is itself a centre of excellence for education, conservation and research.

How much income did The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden report in 2025?

The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden reported total income of £16k and reported expenditure of £28k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden registered as a charity?

The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 August 2024 as charity number 1209560. It has been registered for 2 years.

Who runs The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden?

The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lynne Valerie Mcadam. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden operate?

The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden a registered charity?

Yes — The Friends Of Durham Botanic Garden is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1209560.

Details

Address
BOTANIC GARDEN
HOLLINGSIDE LANE
DURHAM
DH1 3TN
Registration Date
12 August 2024
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5241259
Charity Number
1209560

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Trustees

Lynne Valerie Mcadam Chair
ALEXANDER RICHARD WESTGARTH TAYLOR
Also governs 1 other charity
Brenda Johnson
David Ritchie
David Spence
Keith Gibson
Margaret Ann Pescod
Maureen Wheatley
Robert Antony Adey

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30 July 2026
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