The Lancashire Wildlife Trust
Also known as: Lancashire Naturalists Trust Limited, The Lancashire Trust for Nature Conservation with Greater Manchester and Merseyside Ltd, The Wildlife Trust (lancashire, Manchester, N Merseyside)
To promote the conservation of nature for purposes of study and research and to educate the public in the understanding and appreciation of nature, the awareness of its value and the need for conservation
Activities & Mission
To promote the conservation of nature for purposes of study and research and to educate the public in the understanding and appreciation of nature, the awareness of its value and the need for 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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 47% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 234). How is this calculated?
Higher than 23% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 18% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £9,221,000 | £10,012,000 | £7,645,000 | £9,815,000 | £285,000 | 201 / 850 |
| 2024 | £8,162,000 | £9,232,000 | £7,097,000 | £10,613,000 | £379,000 | 192 / 916 |
| 2023 | £7,636,000 | £8,704,000 | £6,650,000 | £11,672,000 | £680,000 | 161 / 810 |
| 2022 | £8,019,000 | £8,104,000 | £5,930,000 | £12,771,000 | £1,482,000 | 163 / 775 |
| 2021 | £6,043,000 | £5,436,000 | £4,249,000 | £12,837,963 | £570,000 | 152 / 1010 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Lancashire Wildlife Trust
What does The Lancashire Wildlife Trust do?
To promote the conservation of nature for purposes of study and research and to educate the public in the understanding and appreciation of nature, the awareness of its value and the need for conservation
How much income did The Lancashire Wildlife Trust report in 2025?
The Lancashire Wildlife Trust reported total income of £9.22m and reported expenditure of £10.01m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Lancashire Wildlife Trust?
The Lancashire Wildlife Trust has a program ratio of 82.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 47% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 234 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Lancashire Wildlife Trust registered as a charity?
The Lancashire Wildlife Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 April 1964 as charity number 229325. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The Lancashire Wildlife Trust?
The Lancashire Wildlife Trust is governed by a board of 15 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Lancashire Wildlife Trust operate?
The Lancashire Wildlife Trust operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Lancashire Wildlife Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Lancashire Wildlife Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 229325.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Lancashire Naturalists Trust Limited
- The Lancashire Trust for Nature Conservation with Greater Manchester and Merseyside Ltd
- The Wildlife Trust (lancashire, Manchester, N Merseyside)
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated