The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust
Also known as: Goodwood Education Trust
The Trust provides facilities for and administers and delivers educational activities to promote awareness and knowledge of the natural environment, heritage and the business of managing the countryside. The principal area of operation is on the Goodwood Estate in West Sussex, in particular the organic farm, woodland nature trail, Goodwood House and other business areas.
Activities & Mission
The Trust provides facilities for and administers and delivers educational activities to promote awareness and knowledge of the natural environment, heritage and the business of managing the countryside. The principal area of operation is on the Goodwood Estate in West Sussex, in particular the organic farm, woodland nature trail, Goodwood House and other business areas.
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 2% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 2% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 0% of UK Economic and community development 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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Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £204,474 | £170,461 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2023 | £144,732 | £136,238 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £501,061 | £78,929 | £8,347 | £422,132 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust
What does The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust do?
The Trust provides facilities for and administers and delivers educational activities to promote awareness and knowledge of the natural environment, heritage and the business of managing the countryside. The principal area of operation is on the Goodwood Estate in West Sussex, in particular the organic farm, woodland nature trail, Goodwood House and other business areas.
How much income did The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust report in 2024?
The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust reported total income of £204k and reported expenditure of £170k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust?
The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust has a program ratio of 1.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 2% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust registered as a charity?
The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 March 2022 as charity number 1198212. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust?
The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is THE DUKE OF RICHMOND CHARLES HENRY DUKE OF RICHMOND AND GORDON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust operate?
The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust operates in West Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1198212.
Details
Goodwood
Chichester
West Sussex
PO18 0QF
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Also Known As
- Goodwood Education Trust
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- 14 May 2026
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