The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited
Also known as: Banham Zoo, Africa Alive!, Zsea
ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION IN ZOOLOGY, ANIMAL WELFARE AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION BY INSPIRING INTEREST BY THE GENERAL PUBLIC IN ZOOLOGY AND STUDY OF ANIMALS BY RUNNING ONE OR MORE ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS OR SCIENTIFIC ESTABLISHMENTS.PROMOTION OF RESEARCH INTO WILDLIFE AND NATURAL HISTORY AND RELATED SCIENTIFIC FIELDS, AND CONTRIBUTION TO THE CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE, BIODIVERSITY AND NATURAL HABITATS.
Activities & Mission
ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION IN ZOOLOGY, ANIMAL WELFARE AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION BY INSPIRING INTEREST BY THE GENERAL PUBLIC IN ZOOLOGY AND STUDY OF ANIMALS BY RUNNING ONE OR MORE ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS OR SCIENTIFIC ESTABLISHMENTS.PROMOTION OF RESEARCH INTO WILDLIFE AND NATURAL HISTORY AND RELATED SCIENTIFIC FIELDS, AND CONTRIBUTION TO THE CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE, BIODIVERSITY AND NATURAL HABITATS.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 42% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 234). How is this calculated?
Higher than 19% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £6,191,511 | £6,694,140 | £4,864,391 | £2,012,863 | £0 | 172 / 175 |
| 2023 | £7,209,237 | £8,408,454 | £6,107,641 | £2,783,392 | £352,000 | 117 / 125 |
| 2022 | £7,299,039 | £7,708,266 | £5,334,037 | £4,155,915 | £1,479,000 | 212 / 68 |
| 2021 | £8,635,185 | £6,723,569 | £4,465,403 | £4,574,134 | £4,523,121 | 180 / 44 |
| 2020 | £6,300,926 | £5,701,167 | £4,246,129 | £2,662,518 | £2,651,303 | 190 / 80 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited
What does The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited do?
ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION IN ZOOLOGY, ANIMAL WELFARE AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION BY INSPIRING INTEREST BY THE GENERAL PUBLIC IN ZOOLOGY AND STUDY OF ANIMALS BY RUNNING ONE OR MORE ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS OR SCIENTIFIC ESTABLISHMENTS.PROMOTION OF RESEARCH INTO WILDLIFE AND NATURAL HISTORY AND RELATED SCIENTIFIC FIELDS, AND CONTRIBUTION TO THE CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE, BIODIVERSITY AND NATURAL HABITATS.
How much income did The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited report in 2024?
The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited reported total income of £6.19m and reported expenditure of £6.69m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited?
The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited has a program ratio of 78.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 234 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited registered as a charity?
The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 December 2012 as charity number 1150158. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited?
The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited operate?
The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited operates across 2 areas: Norfolk and Suffolk.
Is The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Zoological Society Of East Anglia Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1150158.
Details
The Zoological Society of East Angl
Kenninghall Road
Banham
Norfolk
NR16 2HE
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Also Known As
- Banham Zoo, Africa Alive!, Zsea
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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