The Recovery Tree Charity
Also known as: The Olive Tree Cafe
Offering opportunities for people experiencing mental health problems to regain confidence and self esteem through learning new skills and participating in therapeutic activities.Preserve and protect good mental health of people on the road to recovery by providing them with positive, work-related opportunities in a cafe open to the public in order to take them a step nearer the world of work.
Activities & Mission
Offering opportunities for people experiencing mental health problems to regain confidence and self esteem through learning new skills and participating in therapeutic activities.Preserve and protect good mental health of people on the road to recovery by providing them with positive, work-related opportunities in a cafe open to the public in order to take them a step nearer the world of work.
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 Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 421). How is this calculated?
Higher than 61% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 78% of UK Facilities 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 | £427,190 | £535,604 | 0 / 116 | |||
| 2024 | £563,212 | £543,769 | £542,046 | £161,889 | £161,889 | 30 / 104 |
| 2023 | £506,253 | £512,532 | £510,744 | £142,446 | £142,446 | 26 / 93 |
| 2022 | £438,137 | £424,748 | 0 / 123 | |||
| 2021 | £424,748 | £358,285 | 0 / 94 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Recovery Tree Charity
What does The Recovery Tree Charity do?
Offering opportunities for people experiencing mental health problems to regain confidence and self esteem through learning new skills and participating in therapeutic activities.Preserve and protect good mental health of people on the road to recovery by providing them with positive, work-related opportunities in a cafe open to the public in order to take them a step nearer the world of work.
How much income did The Recovery Tree Charity report in 2025?
The Recovery Tree Charity reported total income of £427k and reported expenditure of £536k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Recovery Tree Charity?
The Recovery Tree Charity has a program ratio of 96.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 72% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 421 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Recovery Tree Charity registered as a charity?
The Recovery Tree Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 November 2012 as charity number 1149848. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Recovery Tree Charity?
The Recovery Tree Charity is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is DICK MILLARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Recovery Tree Charity operate?
The Recovery Tree Charity operates in Swindon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Recovery Tree Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Recovery Tree Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149848.
Details
CHENEY MANOR INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
SWINDON
SN2 2QJ
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Also Known As
- The Olive Tree Cafe
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated