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The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust

Also known as: The Game Conservancy Trust Limited

For over 75 years we have been researching why species like the grey partridge, water vole, corn bunting and black grouse have declined. We are continually developing practical measures to reverse these declines.We are the only UK charity using science to promote game and wildlife management as an essential part of nature conservation.

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Activities & Mission

For over 75 years we have been researching why species like the grey partridge, water vole, corn bunting and black grouse have declined. We are continually developing practical measures to reverse these declines.We are the only UK charity using science to promote game and wildlife management as an essential part of nature conservation.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£11,597,432
Latest Expenditure
£11,795,239

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 70.2%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 40% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M (sample: 48). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 69.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 17% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 32.3%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 12% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £4,448,960
Charitable Activities £3,045,764
Other Trading £3,216,579
Investments £266,574
Other Income £619,555

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £8,142,465
Raising Funds £3,652,774
Governance £162,266
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£11,597,432
£11,795,239£8,142,465£12,811,839£2,245,000146 / 0
2023
£11,003,065
£11,064,202£7,384,029£12,701,203£2,474,000146 / 0
2022
£11,128,838
£9,629,650£6,638,373£12,573,060£2,672,000136 / 0
2021
£9,344,828
£7,902,216£5,489,124£11,459,070£2,749,000126 / 0
2020
£7,728,643
£7,123,764£5,132,377£9,566,059£1,700,000128 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust

What does The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust do?

For over 75 years we have been researching why species like the grey partridge, water vole, corn bunting and black grouse have declined. We are continually developing practical measures to reverse these declines.We are the only UK charity using science to promote game and wildlife management as an essential part of nature conservation.

How much income did The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust report in 2024?

The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust reported total income of £11.60m and reported expenditure of £11.80m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust?

The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust has a program ratio of 70.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 40% of UK Environment charities with income over £10M (sample of 48 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust registered as a charity?

The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 November 2005 as charity number 1112023. It has been registered for 21 years.

Who runs The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust?

The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust is governed by a board of 20 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust operate?

The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Game And Wildlife Conservation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1112023.

Details

Address
GAME & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION TRUST
BURGATE MANOR
FORDINGBRIDGE
SP6 1EF
Registration Date
11 November 2005
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4019278
Charity Number
1112023

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Trustees

Alexandra Emily Henton
Also governs 1 other charity
Andrew James Palmer Knott
Andrew Laurence Reed
Baroness MINETTE BRIDGET BATTERS
Also governs 1 other charity
Bernard Taylor CBE DL
DAVID MAYHEW CBE
James Corbett
Jeremy Paul Godsmark Finnis
Jeremy Simon Young
John Shields
Also governs 1 other charity
Juliet Elizabeth Gibbs
Owen Roderick Miles Williams
Peter Misselbrook
Preben Prebensen
Robert Goodwill
Also governs 1 other charity
STEPHEN JOHN OAKLEY CATLIN
Stephen Peter Morant
The Rt Hom James Paice MP
Thomas Peter Algar Orde-Powlett
Zoe Jane Henderson

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Game Conservancy Trust Limited

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