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Wash Wader Research Group

Scientific monitoring of wild bird populations that use The Wash estuary, with the aim of improving our understanding of the habitats, food supply and migration patterns. We train people in the UK and elsewhere in the safe catching and monitoring of waders, we manufacture and supply specialist equipment and we educate the public in our activities.

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Activities & Mission

Scientific monitoring of wild bird populations that use The Wash estuary, with the aim of improving our understanding of the habitats, food supply and migration patterns. We train people in the UK and elsewhere in the safe catching and monitoring of waders, we manufacture and supply specialist equipment and we educate the public in our activities.

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
£90,009
Latest Expenditure
£60,021

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 66.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 66.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£90,009
£60,0210 / 150
2023
£58,842
£70,8830 / 150
2022
£65,692
£45,2160 / 148

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Wash Wader Research Group

What does Wash Wader Research Group do?

Scientific monitoring of wild bird populations that use The Wash estuary, with the aim of improving our understanding of the habitats, food supply and migration patterns. We train people in the UK and elsewhere in the safe catching and monitoring of waders, we manufacture and supply specialist equipment and we educate the public in our activities.

How much income did Wash Wader Research Group report in 2024?

Wash Wader Research Group reported total income of £90k and reported expenditure of £60k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Wash Wader Research Group registered as a charity?

Wash Wader Research Group was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 November 2021 as charity number 1196663. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs Wash Wader Research Group?

Wash Wader Research Group is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Philip William Atkinson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Wash Wader Research Group operate?

Wash Wader Research Group operates across 3 areas: Iceland, United States and England And Wales.

Is Wash Wader Research Group a registered charity?

Yes — Wash Wader Research Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1196663.

Details

Address
Plough Farm
Thorpe Street
Hinderclay
DISS
Norfolk
IP22 1HT
Website
wwrg.org.uk
Registration Date
19 November 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5186891
Charity Number
1196663

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Trustees

Dr Philip William Atkinson Chair
Guy Quentin Abbott Anderson
Michele Shaw
Molly Brown

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