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World Owl Trust

The Trust's works embraces the whole range of habitat conservation and restoration, breeding and release programmes for genetic sustainability, research into wild populations and education available to all to raise awareness of threatened owl species and their habitats.On-site facilities are maintained to provide treatment and rehabilitation for sick and injured owls and other wildlife.

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Activities & Mission

The Trust's works embraces the whole range of habitat conservation and restoration, breeding and release programmes for genetic sustainability, research into wild populations and education available to all to raise awareness of threatened owl species and their habitats.On-site facilities are maintained to provide treatment and rehabilitation for sick and injured owls and other wildlife.

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£213,848
Latest Expenditure
£130,842

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 61.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 61.2%
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 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£213,848
£130,8420 / 8
2024
£84,129
£130,3410 / 9
2023
£88,311
£126,9360 / 9
2022
£333,944
£122,9320 / 8
2021
£114,076
£130,7970 / 23

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about World Owl Trust

What does World Owl Trust do?

The Trust's works embraces the whole range of habitat conservation and restoration, breeding and release programmes for genetic sustainability, research into wild populations and education available to all to raise awareness of threatened owl species and their habitats.On-site facilities are maintained to provide treatment and rehabilitation for sick and injured owls and other wildlife.

How much income did World Owl Trust report in 2025?

World Owl Trust reported total income of £214k and reported expenditure of £131k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was World Owl Trust registered as a charity?

World Owl Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 January 2005 as charity number 1107529. It has been registered for 21 years.

Who runs World Owl Trust?

World Owl Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Laura Hull. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does World Owl Trust operate?

World Owl Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is World Owl Trust a registered charity?

Yes — World Owl Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1107529.

Details

Address
MILLSTONES
BOOTLE
MILLOM
CUMBRIA
LA19 5TJ
Website
www.owls.org
Registration Date
10 January 2005
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3984228
Charity Number
1107529

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Trustees

Laura Hull Chair
Christopher Robert Hopkinson Chorley
Darryl Atkinson
Harriet Endersby-Marsh
Jacinta Cooper
Kate Wilson
Michael Fielder
Steven Orton

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