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The Swannery Trust

Also known as: The Fleet and Swannery Trust

PROMOTION, PRESERVATION AND PROTECTION OF SWANS AND OTHER SUCH SPECIES OF BIRDS THAT ARE RARE OR THREATENED TOGETHER WITH THE CONSERVATION OF CHESIL BEACH AND THE FLEET LAGOON.

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Activities & Mission

PROMOTION, PRESERVATION AND PROTECTION OF SWANS AND OTHER SUCH SPECIES OF BIRDS THAT ARE RARE OR THREATENED TOGETHER WITH THE CONSERVATION OF CHESIL BEACH AND THE FLEET LAGOON.

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

Latest Income
£49,453
Latest Expenditure
£45,677

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 92.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 92.4%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£49,453
£45,6770 / 0
2024
£51,471
£40,2850 / 0
2023
£27,744
£50,5630 / 0
2022
£28,763
£41,1440 / 0
2021
£32,600
£34,8000 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Swannery Trust

What does The Swannery Trust do?

PROMOTION, PRESERVATION AND PROTECTION OF SWANS AND OTHER SUCH SPECIES OF BIRDS THAT ARE RARE OR THREATENED TOGETHER WITH THE CONSERVATION OF CHESIL BEACH AND THE FLEET LAGOON.

How much income did The Swannery Trust report in 2025?

The Swannery Trust reported total income of £49k and reported expenditure of £46k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Swannery Trust registered as a charity?

The Swannery Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 September 1994 as charity number 1040740. It has been registered for 32 years.

Who runs The Swannery Trust?

The Swannery Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Swannery Trust operate?

The Swannery Trust operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Swannery Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Swannery Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1040740.

Details

Address
THE ESTATE OFFICE
MELBURY SAMPFORD
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 0LF
Registration Date
12 September 1994
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1040740
Charity Number
1040740

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Trustees

JAMES REGINALD TOWNSHEND
Also governs 1 other charity
MARCUS KINGSWOOD SCRACE
THE HON MRS C A TOWNSHEND
Also governs 2 other charities

Also Known As

  • The Fleet and Swannery Trust

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