The Orchard Trust
Also known as: The Orchard Trust Limited
The Orchard Trust aims to improve the quality of life of people with a learning disability and those who care for them by the provision of flexible high-quality services. These include Supported Living, residential homes, residential short breaks, day care activities and domiciliary care services. The Trust is also an independent training provider, registered with City & Guilds.
Activities & Mission
The Orchard Trust aims to improve the quality of life of people with a learning disability and those who care for them by the provision of flexible high-quality services. These include Supported Living, residential homes, residential short breaks, day care activities and domiciliary care services. The Trust is also an independent training provider, registered with City & Guilds.
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 72% of UK Social care charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 420). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Social care charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% of UK Social care 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 | £5,432,559 | £5,477,927 | £5,477,927 | £6,232,183 | £6,194,933 | 217 / 25 |
| 2024 | £5,133,271 | £5,326,838 | £5,326,838 | £6,277,551 | £6,268,015 | 205 / 15 |
| 2023 | £4,834,613 | £4,755,162 | £4,755,162 | £6,471,118 | £6,429,896 | 203 / 4 |
| 2022 | £4,519,339 | £4,182,246 | £4,182,246 | £6,391,667 | £6,380,649 | 193 / 5 |
| 2021 | £4,320,568 | £4,139,219 | £4,139,219 | £6,028,822 | £5,995,177 | 191 / 4 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Orchard Trust
What does The Orchard Trust do?
The Orchard Trust aims to improve the quality of life of people with a learning disability and those who care for them by the provision of flexible high-quality services. These include Supported Living, residential homes, residential short breaks, day care activities and domiciliary care services. The Trust is also an independent training provider, registered with City & Guilds.
How much income did The Orchard Trust report in 2025?
The Orchard Trust reported total income of £5.43m and reported expenditure of £5.48m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Orchard Trust?
The Orchard Trust has a program ratio of 100.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 72% of UK Social care charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 420 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Orchard Trust registered as a charity?
The Orchard Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 March 1989 as charity number 801122. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs The Orchard Trust?
The Orchard Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is NICHOLAS PETER BUDD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Orchard Trust operate?
The Orchard Trust operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Orchard Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Orchard Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 801122.
Details
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Lydbrook
GL17 9PP
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated