Willoughbridge Garden Trust
Also known as: Dorothy Clive Garden
TO MAINTAIN, ENHANCE AND FURTHER DEVELOP A GARDEN INSPIRED BY THE MEMORY OF THE LATE DOROTHY CLIVE TO BE USED FOR THE ENJOYMENT AND BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC. TO PROMOTE AND SUPPORT HORTICULTURAL EDUCATION FOR THE CONTINUING BENEFIT OF BOTH STUDENTS AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
Activities & Mission
TO MAINTAIN, ENHANCE AND FURTHER DEVELOP A GARDEN INSPIRED BY THE MEMORY OF THE LATE DOROTHY CLIVE TO BE USED FOR THE ENJOYMENT AND BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC. TO PROMOTE AND SUPPORT HORTICULTURAL EDUCATION FOR THE CONTINUING BENEFIT OF BOTH STUDENTS AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
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 29% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 118). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £602,247 | £623,231 | £301,694 | £980,542 | £386,000 | 17 / 60 |
| 2024 | £620,760 | £546,941 | £270,816 | £974,901 | £481,000 | 18 / 72 |
| 2023 | £498,268 | £500,778 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2022 | £442,495 | £463,256 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £545,416 | £409,472 | £199,924 | £988,400 | £703,964 | 15 / 45 |
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Frequently asked questions about Willoughbridge Garden Trust
What does Willoughbridge Garden Trust do?
TO MAINTAIN, ENHANCE AND FURTHER DEVELOP A GARDEN INSPIRED BY THE MEMORY OF THE LATE DOROTHY CLIVE TO BE USED FOR THE ENJOYMENT AND BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC. TO PROMOTE AND SUPPORT HORTICULTURAL EDUCATION FOR THE CONTINUING BENEFIT OF BOTH STUDENTS AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
How much income did Willoughbridge Garden Trust report in 2025?
Willoughbridge Garden Trust reported total income of £602k and reported expenditure of £623k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Willoughbridge Garden Trust?
Willoughbridge Garden Trust has a program ratio of 50.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 29% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 118 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Willoughbridge Garden Trust registered as a charity?
Willoughbridge Garden Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 July 1965 as charity number 522695. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs Willoughbridge Garden Trust?
Willoughbridge Garden Trust is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Willoughbridge Garden Trust operate?
Willoughbridge Garden Trust operates across 4 areas: Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester, Shropshire and Staffordshire.
Is Willoughbridge Garden Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Willoughbridge Garden Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 522695.
Details
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Also Known As
- Dorothy Clive Garden
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated