the royal horticultural society
The charity supports children and young people and the general public. The Royal Horticultural Society is a registered charity whose purpose is education and training. It delivers its work by making grants to individuals. The charity is based in London and operates in England And Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.
Activities & Mission
The RHS was founded in 1804 to inspire passion and excellence in horticulture. We want to enrich everyone's life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place. To achieve our aim we undertake scientific research; provide education, training and horticultural advice; support community horticulture projects; and share our renowned gardens and shows with the public.
Fundraising
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £124,804,000 | £132,971,000 | £100,093,000 | £182,572,000 | £0 | 1267 / 2081 |
| 2024 | £120,496,000 | £124,815,000 | £93,971,000 | £187,724,000 | £2,607,000 | 1232 / 2011 |
| 2023 | £122,096,000 | £120,423,000 | £96,267,000 | £195,181,000 | £7,900,000 | 1172 / 1831 |
| 2022 | £110,516,000 | £102,893,000 | £80,228,000 | £188,100,000 | £9,689,000 | 1036 / 1753 |
| 2021 | £67,359,000 | £66,867,000 | £50,765,000 | £176,690,000 | £1,792,000 | 1010 / 2110 |
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80 VINCENT SQUARE
LONDON
SW1P 2PE
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Also Known As
- R H S
- RHS