The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust
Also known as: The Tam O'Shanter Cottage Trust, Tam O'Shanter Urban Farm
Manage a city farm on the outskirts of Birkenhead, Wirral for public recreation and education. With a small collection of farm animals, cafe, nature trail, special events and gift shop the farm also provides opportunities for volunteers to be involved from maual tasks to fundraising.
Activities & Mission
Manage a city farm on the outskirts of Birkenhead, Wirral for public recreation and education. With a small collection of farm animals, cafe, nature trail, special events and gift shop the farm also provides opportunities for volunteers to be involved from maual tasks to fundraising.
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
Financial Efficiency
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 | £149,112 | £144,599 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2024 | £135,074 | £152,119 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2023 | £105,842 | £136,849 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2022 | £135,086 | £104,052 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £136,386 | £118,142 | 0 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust
What does The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust do?
Manage a city farm on the outskirts of Birkenhead, Wirral for public recreation and education. With a small collection of farm animals, cafe, nature trail, special events and gift shop the farm also provides opportunities for volunteers to be involved from maual tasks to fundraising.
How much income did The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust report in 2025?
The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust reported total income of £149k and reported expenditure of £145k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust registered as a charity?
The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 August 1976 as charity number 505444. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust?
The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Tom Sault. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust operate?
The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust operates in Wirral, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Tam O'shanter Cottage Urban Farm Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 505444.
Details
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WIRRAL
CH46 6HQ
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Tam O'Shanter Cottage Trust
- Tam O'Shanter Urban Farm
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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