The Swan Sanctuary
The objectives of the charity are to care for sick, injured and distressed swans and other wildlife. It undertakes this work from its premises in Shepperton where it has buildings and equipment for this purpose and these are open to the public
Activities & Mission
The objectives of the charity are to care for sick, injured and distressed swans and other wildlife. It undertakes this work from its premises in Shepperton where it has buildings and equipment for this purpose and these are open to the public
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 9% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 219). How is this calculated?
Higher than 60% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 77% of UK Environment 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 | £291,823 | £487,592 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2024 | £264,776 | £520,382 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £325,530 | £454,474 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £477,048 | £366,773 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £1,597,464 | £351,987 | £349,912 | £2,053,562 | £2,046,114 | 8 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Swan Sanctuary
What does The Swan Sanctuary do?
The objectives of the charity are to care for sick, injured and distressed swans and other wildlife. It undertakes this work from its premises in Shepperton where it has buildings and equipment for this purpose and these are open to the public
How much income did The Swan Sanctuary report in 2025?
The Swan Sanctuary reported total income of £292k and reported expenditure of £488k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Swan Sanctuary?
The Swan Sanctuary has a program ratio of 21.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 9% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 219 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Swan Sanctuary registered as a charity?
The Swan Sanctuary was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 April 1991 as charity number 1002582. It has been registered for 35 years.
Who runs The Swan Sanctuary?
The Swan Sanctuary is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Swan Sanctuary operate?
The Swan Sanctuary operates in Surrey, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Swan Sanctuary a registered charity?
Yes — The Swan Sanctuary is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1002582.
Details
FELIX LANE
SHEPPERTON
TW17 8NN
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