The Henry Doubleday Research Association
Also known as: Garden Organic, Hdra
Garden Organic promotes organic gardening. Our focus is on individual, community and school gardens throughout the UK. We use innovative practices to inspire and encourage people to grow organically. We collaborate with others to achieve the greatest impact.
Activities & Mission
Garden Organic promotes organic gardening. Our focus is on individual, community and school gardens throughout the UK. We use innovative practices to inspire and encourage people to grow organically. We collaborate with others to achieve the greatest impact.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 7% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 6% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 5% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £3,216,202 | £2,358,080 | £1,480,199 | £1,278,469 | £1,278,469 | 43 / 623 |
| 2023 | £2,052,790 | £2,089,669 | £1,363,428 | £202,401 | £202,401 | 40 / 617 |
| 2022 | £1,465,980 | £1,894,474 | £1,253,422 | £173,248 | £18,697 | 43 / 565 |
| 2021 | £1,723,737 | £1,797,970 | £1,060,320 | £868,510 | £171,896 | 45 / 372 |
| 2020 | £1,738,499 | £1,826,205 | £1,171,750 | -£398,889 | £211,077 | 44 / 450 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Henry Doubleday Research Association
What does The Henry Doubleday Research Association do?
Garden Organic promotes organic gardening. Our focus is on individual, community and school gardens throughout the UK. We use innovative practices to inspire and encourage people to grow organically. We collaborate with others to achieve the greatest impact.
How much income did The Henry Doubleday Research Association report in 2025?
The Henry Doubleday Research Association reported total income of £3.22m and reported expenditure of £2.36m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Henry Doubleday Research Association?
The Henry Doubleday Research Association has a program ratio of 46.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 7% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Henry Doubleday Research Association registered as a charity?
The Henry Doubleday Research Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 January 1988 as charity number 298104. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs The Henry Doubleday Research Association?
The Henry Doubleday Research Association 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 Henry Doubleday Research Association operate?
The Henry Doubleday Research Association operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Henry Doubleday Research Association a registered charity?
Yes — The Henry Doubleday Research Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 298104.
Details
RYTON ORGANIC GARDENS
WOLSTON LANE
RYTON ON DUNSMORE
COVENTRY
CV8 3LG
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Also Known As
- Garden Organic
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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