Windyway Trust
Also known as: Windyway Animal Rescue Centre, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield
FUND RAISING VIA CHARITY SHOPS, ATTENDANCE AT LOCAL FAIRS AND FETES, SPONSORED WALKS, EVENTS AND OPEN DAYS. OPEN AIR CONCERTS, RAISING AWARENESS OF OUR AIMS AND OBJECTIVES THROUGH REGULAR CONTACT WITH GENERAL PUBLIC EG. NEWSLETTERS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS. PROVISION OF FUNDS FOR RESCUE, VETERINARY CARE AND REHOMING OF ABANDONED AND NEGLECTED DOMESTIC ANIMALS. OPERATING A PET FOOD BANK FOR PUBLIC USE.
Activities & Mission
FUND RAISING VIA CHARITY SHOPS, ATTENDANCE AT LOCAL FAIRS AND FETES, SPONSORED WALKS, EVENTS AND OPEN DAYS. OPEN AIR CONCERTS, RAISING AWARENESS OF OUR AIMS AND OBJECTIVES THROUGH REGULAR CONTACT WITH GENERAL PUBLIC EG. NEWSLETTERS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS. PROVISION OF FUNDS FOR RESCUE, VETERINARY CARE AND REHOMING OF ABANDONED AND NEGLECTED DOMESTIC ANIMALS. OPERATING A PET FOOD BANK FOR PUBLIC USE.
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 44% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 57% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 47% of UK Arts 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 | £703,898 | £595,377 | £589,581 | £1,056,135 | £1,056,135 | 11 / 50 |
| 2024 | £487,284 | £474,481 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2023 | £525,458 | £363,174 | £208,571 | £934,811 | £934,811 | 6 / 60 |
| 2022 | £508,041 | £324,391 | £186,816 | £772,527 | £772,527 | 5 / 55 |
| 2021 | £356,021 | £306,275 | 0 / 55 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Windyway Trust
What does Windyway Trust do?
FUND RAISING VIA CHARITY SHOPS, ATTENDANCE AT LOCAL FAIRS AND FETES, SPONSORED WALKS, EVENTS AND OPEN DAYS. OPEN AIR CONCERTS, RAISING AWARENESS OF OUR AIMS AND OBJECTIVES THROUGH REGULAR CONTACT WITH GENERAL PUBLIC EG. NEWSLETTERS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS. PROVISION OF FUNDS FOR RESCUE, VETERINARY CARE AND REHOMING OF ABANDONED AND NEGLECTED DOMESTIC ANIMALS. OPERATING A PET FOOD BANK FOR PUBLIC USE.
How much income did Windyway Trust report in 2025?
Windyway Trust reported total income of £704k and reported expenditure of £595k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Windyway Trust?
Windyway Trust has a program ratio of 83.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 44% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Windyway Trust registered as a charity?
Windyway Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 February 2005 as charity number 1108111. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Windyway Trust?
Windyway Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Windyway Trust operate?
Windyway Trust operates across 5 areas, including Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester, Derbyshire and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Windyway Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Windyway Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1108111.
Details
MACCLESFIELD
CHESHIRE
SK11 8EH
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Also Known As
- Windyway Animal Rescue Centre, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated