The Orchard Project (cause) LTD
Also known as: The London Orchard Project Ltd, The Urban Orchard Project, The London Orchard Project, The Orchard Project
The Orchard Project is dedicated to creating skilled communities to plant, care for and harvest fruit trees, connecting urban communities and increasing access to fruit. We work with people from all walks of life, with a specific focus on people living in poorer, inner city areas.
Activities & Mission
The Orchard Project is dedicated to creating skilled communities to plant, care for and harvest fruit trees, connecting urban communities and increasing access to fruit. We work with people from all walks of life, with a specific focus on people living in poorer, inner city areas.
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 94% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 61% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 75% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £627,898 | £804,688 | £803,093 | £281,111 | £176,476 | 11 / 50 |
| 2024 | £621,128 | £712,365 | £662,041 | £457,901 | £251,312 | 18 / 260 |
| 2023 | £720,220 | £653,910 | £585,533 | £549,138 | £288,000 | 18 / 50 |
| 2022 | £675,550 | £608,587 | £538,534 | £482,828 | £257,969 | 18 / 500 |
| 2021 | £508,687 | £426,035 | £394,029 | £415,865 | £271,304 | 14 / 2500 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Orchard Project (cause) LTD
What does The Orchard Project (cause) LTD do?
The Orchard Project is dedicated to creating skilled communities to plant, care for and harvest fruit trees, connecting urban communities and increasing access to fruit. We work with people from all walks of life, with a specific focus on people living in poorer, inner city areas.
How much income did The Orchard Project (cause) LTD report in 2025?
The Orchard Project (cause) LTD reported total income of £628k and reported expenditure of £805k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Orchard Project (cause) LTD?
The Orchard Project (cause) LTD has a program ratio of 127.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 94% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Orchard Project (cause) LTD registered as a charity?
The Orchard Project (cause) LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 January 2011 as charity number 1139952. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs The Orchard Project (cause) LTD?
The Orchard Project (cause) LTD is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Orchard Project (cause) LTD operate?
The Orchard Project (cause) LTD operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Orchard Project (cause) LTD a registered charity?
Yes — The Orchard Project (cause) LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1139952.
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London
W1W 5PF
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Also Known As
- The London Orchard Project Ltd
- The Urban Orchard Project
- The London Orchard Project
- The Orchard Project
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated