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.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 87% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 94). How is this calculated?
Higher than 61% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 54% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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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 | £654,641 | £661,656 | £644,721 | £1,724,627 | £320,000 | 34 / 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.
How efficient is Thornberry Animal Sanctuary?
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary has a program ratio of 98.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 87% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 94 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
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
The Stables
Todwick Road
Dinnington
SHEFFIELD
S25 3SE
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