The Soil Association Land Trust
To preserve, conserve and protect for the public benefit the environment of the countryside through the prudent management and holding of land and the use of natural resources, including the promotion and use of organic, traditional and sustainable land management techniques and related activities; and the education of the public in the same.
Activities & Mission
To preserve, conserve and protect for the public benefit the environment of the countryside through the prudent management and holding of land and the use of natural resources, including the promotion and use of organic, traditional and sustainable land management techniques and related activities; and the education of the public in the same.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 76% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 57% of UK Charitable activities 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.
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 | £638,635 | £654,209 | £654,209 | £6,566,810 | £453,801 | 0 / 200 |
| 2024 | £331,465 | £432,406 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2023 | £141,411 | £393,822 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2022 | £130,956 | £243,142 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2021 | £4,258,474 | £73,078 | £73,078 | £7,047,922 | £1,059,466 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Soil Association Land Trust
What does The Soil Association Land Trust do?
To preserve, conserve and protect for the public benefit the environment of the countryside through the prudent management and holding of land and the use of natural resources, including the promotion and use of organic, traditional and sustainable land management techniques and related activities; and the education of the public in the same.
How much income did The Soil Association Land Trust report in 2025?
The Soil Association Land Trust reported total income of £639k and reported expenditure of £654k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Soil Association Land Trust?
The Soil Association Land Trust has a program ratio of 102.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 76% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Soil Association Land Trust registered as a charity?
The Soil Association Land Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 October 2007 as charity number 1121011. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Soil Association Land Trust?
The Soil Association Land Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael William Orde. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Soil Association Land Trust operate?
The Soil Association Land Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Soil Association Land Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Soil Association Land Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1121011.
Details
SPEAR HOUSE
51 VICTORIA STREET
BRISTOL
BS1 6AD
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- 14 May 2026
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