The North Devon Biosphere Foundation
Also known as: North Devon Biosphere Foundation, Ndbf
Promote sustainable development for the benefit of the public by the preservation, conservation and protection of theenvironment and the prudent use of natural resources;Promotion of sustainable means of achieving economic growth & regeneration; to advance the education of the public in subjects related to sustainable development,protection, enhancement & rehabilitation of the environment.
Activities & Mission
Promote sustainable development for the benefit of the public by the preservation, conservation and protection of theenvironment and the prudent use of natural resources;Promotion of sustainable means of achieving economic growth & regeneration; to advance the education of the public in subjects related to sustainable development,protection, enhancement & rehabilitation of the environment.
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 38% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 89% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £842,745 | £667,524 | £667,524 | £870,049 | £454,204 | 8 / 25 |
| 2024 | £868,421 | £739,132 | £688,318 | £694,828 | £82,533 | 4 / 25 |
| 2023 | £578,912 | £505,629 | £457,421 | £565,539 | £72,130 | 2 / 25 |
| 2022 | £638,279 | £466,623 | £466,623 | £492,256 | £0 | 1 / 25 |
| 2021 | £372,155 | £434,607 | 0 / 30 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The North Devon Biosphere Foundation
What does The North Devon Biosphere Foundation do?
Promote sustainable development for the benefit of the public by the preservation, conservation and protection of theenvironment and the prudent use of natural resources;Promotion of sustainable means of achieving economic growth & regeneration; to advance the education of the public in subjects related to sustainable development,protection, enhancement & rehabilitation of the environment.
How much income did The North Devon Biosphere Foundation report in 2025?
The North Devon Biosphere Foundation reported total income of £843k and reported expenditure of £668k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The North Devon Biosphere Foundation?
The North Devon Biosphere Foundation has a program ratio of 79.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 38% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The North Devon Biosphere Foundation registered as a charity?
The North Devon Biosphere Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 April 2014 as charity number 1156589. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs The North Devon Biosphere Foundation?
The North Devon Biosphere Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Timothy Michael Jones. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The North Devon Biosphere Foundation operate?
The North Devon Biosphere Foundation operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The North Devon Biosphere Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The North Devon Biosphere Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156589.
Details
North Walk
Barnstaple
North Devon
EX31 1EE
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Also Known As
- North Devon Biosphere Foundation
- Ndbf
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated