Urban Green Newcastle
Also known as: Newcastle Parks and Allotments Trust
Responsible for the management and upkeep of 33 parks and about 60 allotment sites in Newcastle. We ensure free to enter, safe and well maintained parks and allotments for people of all ages, communities and backgrounds to enjoy. We provide activities, events and performances that encourage more people to access and enjoy the city's parks and allotments.
Activities & Mission
Responsible for the management and upkeep of 33 parks and about 60 allotment sites in Newcastle. We ensure free to enter, safe and well maintained parks and allotments for people of all ages, communities and backgrounds to enjoy. We provide activities, events and performances that encourage more people to access and enjoy the city's parks and allotments.
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 88% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 20% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 18% of UK Economic and community development 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 | £2,513,527 | £3,223,837 | £2,793,311 | £1,105,046 | £1,105,046 | 35 / 181 |
| 2023 | £3,609,698 | £3,384,619 | £2,849,235 | £1,807,356 | £1,807,356 | 37 / 350 |
| 2022 | £3,304,903 | £2,980,637 | £2,590,127 | £395,277 | £0 | 35 / 150 |
| 2021 | £2,744,255 | £2,320,642 | £2,319,595 | -£316,989 | £0 | 26 / 140 |
| 2020 | £2,731,915 | £2,924,028 | £2,151,930 | -£267,602 | £99,848 | 20 / 350 |
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Frequently asked questions about Urban Green Newcastle
What does Urban Green Newcastle do?
Responsible for the management and upkeep of 33 parks and about 60 allotment sites in Newcastle. We ensure free to enter, safe and well maintained parks and allotments for people of all ages, communities and backgrounds to enjoy. We provide activities, events and performances that encourage more people to access and enjoy the city's parks and allotments.
How much income did Urban Green Newcastle report in 2024?
Urban Green Newcastle reported total income of £2.51m and reported expenditure of £3.22m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Urban Green Newcastle?
Urban Green Newcastle has a program ratio of 111.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 88% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Urban Green Newcastle registered as a charity?
Urban Green Newcastle was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 March 2019 as charity number 1182534. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Urban Green Newcastle?
Urban Green Newcastle is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jim Beirne. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Urban Green Newcastle operate?
Urban Green Newcastle operates in Newcastle Upon Tyne City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Urban Green Newcastle a registered charity?
Yes — Urban Green Newcastle is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1182534.
Details
Red Walk
Jesmond Dene
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE7 7BQ
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Also Known As
- Newcastle Parks and Allotments Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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