The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary
Also known as: Seathwaite Cattery - Seathwaite Boarding Cattery Ltd, The Cat Basket
Taking and rehoming unwanted cats and kittens and providing permanent care and accommodation for those which cannot be rehomed.
Activities & Mission
Taking and rehoming unwanted cats and kittens and providing permanent care and accommodation for those which cannot be rehomed.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 56% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 36). How is this calculated?
Higher than 31% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 28% of UK Animals 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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £515,393 | £456,637 | £385,497 | £4,914,106 | £2,732,145 | 10 / 10 |
| 2024 | £577,048 | £409,638 | £367,235 | £4,751,812 | £2,374,970 | 9 / 8 |
| 2023 | £471,008 | £311,102 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £233,703 | £239,575 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £706,631 | £255,230 | £240,882 | £4,384,471 | £0 | 6 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary
What does The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary do?
Taking and rehoming unwanted cats and kittens and providing permanent care and accommodation for those which cannot be rehomed.
How much income did The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary report in 2025?
The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary reported total income of £515k and reported expenditure of £457k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary?
The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary has a program ratio of 70.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 56% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 36 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary registered as a charity?
The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 July 1971 as charity number 262245. It has been registered for 55 years.
Who runs The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary?
The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christopher Williamson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary operate?
The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary operates across 3 areas: Kent, Surrey and London.
Is The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary a registered charity?
Yes — The Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 262245.
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Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Seathwaite Cattery - Seathwaite Boarding Cattery Ltd
- The Cat Basket
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated