Worcestershire Wildlife Trust
Also known as: The Worcestershire Nature Conservation Trust Limited
Our principal activities are: the acquisition and management of nature reserves; the collection and dissemination of biological data; the provision of advice and comment to authorities and land-managers; and the promotion of wildlife conservation through education programmes. The principal activity of the Trust's subsidiary trading company is that of consultancy services.
Activities & Mission
Our principal activities are: the acquisition and management of nature reserves; the collection and dissemination of biological data; the provision of advice and comment to authorities and land-managers; and the promotion of wildlife conservation through education programmes. The principal activity of the Trust's subsidiary trading company is that of consultancy services.
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 60% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 234). How is this calculated?
Higher than 22% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 20% of UK Environment 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,763,209 | £3,297,994 | £2,507,925 | £17,162,086 | £109,875 | 41 / 500 |
| 2024 | £2,550,354 | £2,556,300 | £1,838,742 | £17,753,849 | £503,525 | 36 / 480 |
| 2023 | £2,916,379 | £2,314,850 | £1,529,479 | £17,637,731 | £416,558 | 35 / 440 |
| 2022 | £2,792,834 | £2,169,528 | £1,356,890 | £17,310,828 | £394,620 | 38 / 400 |
| 2021 | £2,595,744 | £2,117,565 | £1,379,072 | £16,687,198 | £130,080 | 38 / 400 |
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Frequently asked questions about Worcestershire Wildlife Trust
What does Worcestershire Wildlife Trust do?
Our principal activities are: the acquisition and management of nature reserves; the collection and dissemination of biological data; the provision of advice and comment to authorities and land-managers; and the promotion of wildlife conservation through education programmes. The principal activity of the Trust's subsidiary trading company is that of consultancy services.
How much income did Worcestershire Wildlife Trust report in 2025?
Worcestershire Wildlife Trust reported total income of £2.76m and reported expenditure of £3.30m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Worcestershire Wildlife Trust?
Worcestershire Wildlife Trust has a program ratio of 90.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 60% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 234 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Worcestershire Wildlife Trust registered as a charity?
Worcestershire Wildlife Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 July 1969 as charity number 256618. It has been registered for 57 years.
Who runs Worcestershire Wildlife Trust?
Worcestershire Wildlife Trust is governed by a board of 17 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christianne Tipping. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Worcestershire Wildlife Trust operate?
Worcestershire Wildlife Trust operates in Worcestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Worcestershire Wildlife Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Worcestershire Wildlife Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 256618.
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WORCESTER
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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