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Thornberry Animal Sanctuary

Thornberry Animal Sanctuary continues its work started in 1988 of rescuing domestic or pet animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and many other smaller animals, as well as horses and ponies and some goats, sheep, hens and ducks. We give them relief from abandonment, abuse or neglect. We care for them, assess and treat them as needed and find good permanent homes for them.

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Activities & Mission

Thornberry Animal Sanctuary continues its work started in 1988 of rescuing domestic or pet animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and many other smaller animals, as well as horses and ponies and some goats, sheep, hens and ducks. We give them relief from abandonment, abuse or neglect. We care for them, assess and treat them as needed and find good permanent homes for them.

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

Latest Income
£654,641
Latest Expenditure
£661,656

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 98.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 97.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 4.2%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £132,546
Charitable Activities £493,145
Other Trading £0
Investments £750
Other Income £28,200

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £644,721
Raising Funds £16,935
Governance £11,094
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

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
£654,641
£661,656£644,721£1,724,627£320,00034 / 100

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Thornberry Animal Sanctuary

What does Thornberry Animal Sanctuary do?

Thornberry Animal Sanctuary continues its work started in 1988 of rescuing domestic or pet animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and many other smaller animals, as well as horses and ponies and some goats, sheep, hens and ducks. We give them relief from abandonment, abuse or neglect. We care for them, assess and treat them as needed and find good permanent homes for them.

How much income did Thornberry Animal Sanctuary report in 2025?

Thornberry Animal Sanctuary reported total income of £655k and reported expenditure of £662k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Thornberry Animal Sanctuary registered as a charity?

Thornberry Animal Sanctuary was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 October 2023 as charity number 1205404. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs Thornberry Animal Sanctuary?

Thornberry Animal Sanctuary is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Lumley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Thornberry Animal Sanctuary operate?

Thornberry Animal Sanctuary operates across 5 areas, including Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Thornberry Animal Sanctuary a registered charity?

Yes — Thornberry Animal Sanctuary is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1205404.

Details

Address
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary
The Stables
Todwick Road
Dinnington
SHEFFIELD
S25 3SE
Registration Date
25 October 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5221109
Charity Number
1205404

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Trustees

John Lumley Chair
Amy Jay Fowlston
James Thomas Batchelor
Joanne Claire Brunt
Lisa Marie Kitchen
Merewyn Charlotte Scafe
Paul Steven Pashley

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