The North Of England Horticultural Society
The charity's object and principal activity is the promotion and development of the science, art and practice of horticulture by the promotion of shows and events.
Activities & Mission
The charity's object and principal activity is the promotion and development of the science, art and practice of horticulture by the promotion of shows and events.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 5% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 3% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Leisure 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 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2015 — Royal Botanical and Horticultural Society of Manchester and the Northern Counties (organisation 226683)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,428,958 | £1,518,689 | £350,363 | £369,086 | £369,086 | 5 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,365,074 | £1,483,423 | £339,079 | £433,767 | £433,767 | 6 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,243,330 | £1,468,598 | £323,784 | £511,057 | £511,057 | 5 / 0 |
| 2021 | £902,652 | £1,035,631 | £170,377 | £888,652 | £888,652 | 6 / 0 |
| 2020 | £96,178 | £442,541 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The North Of England Horticultural Society
What does The North Of England Horticultural Society do?
The charity's object and principal activity is the promotion and development of the science, art and practice of horticulture by the promotion of shows and events.
How much income did The North Of England Horticultural Society report in 2024?
The North Of England Horticultural Society reported total income of £1.43m and reported expenditure of £1.52m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The North Of England Horticultural Society?
The North Of England Horticultural Society has a program ratio of 24.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 5% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The North Of England Horticultural Society registered as a charity?
The North Of England Horticultural Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 September 1989 as charity number 702017. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs The North Of England Horticultural Society?
The North Of England Horticultural Society is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER STEPHEN HATTERSLEY SMITH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The North Of England Horticultural Society operate?
The North Of England Horticultural Society operates in North Yorkshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The North Of England Horticultural Society a registered charity?
Yes — The North Of England Horticultural Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 702017.
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