The Big Cat Sanctuary Ltd
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £394,244 for the year ended 31 December 2024, with total income rising to £3,646,058. The charity holds total reserves of £5,083,611, which exceeds the trustees' stated policy target of approximately £1,600,000 (equivalent to six months of general expenditure). The organization is debt-free and the auditors confirmed no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“At 31 December 2024, the trustees consider it appropriate to hold free reserves equivalent to six months general expenditure, about £1,600,000” — page 5
“During the year, £41,000 (2023: £41,000) was paid to Parkside Leisure Limited for rent of the site. Other expenses totalling £109,851 (2023: £86,763) were charged by Parkside Leisure Limited for other premises expenses). The charity received donations from Parkside Leisure Ltd of £1,600 (2023: £1,500)” — page 31
“During the year, £8,602 (2023: £36,765) was invoiced by Paradise Wildlife Park Ltd for various costs. At 31 December 2024, the charitable company owed Paradise Wildlife Park Ltd nil (2023: nil).” — page 31
“During the year, £41,000 (2023: £41,000) was paid to Parkside Leisure Limited for rent of the site. Other expenses totalling £109,851 (2023: £86,763) were charged by Parkside Leisure Limited for other premises expenses). The charity received donations from Parkside Leisure Ltd of £1,600 (2023: £1,500)” — page 31
“During the year, £8,602 (2023: £36,765) was invoiced by Paradise Wildlife Park Ltd for various costs. At 31 December 2024, the charitable company owed Paradise Wildlife Park Ltd nil (2023: nil).” — page 31
“The charitable company has a wholly owned subsidiary, The Big Cat Sanctuary Experiences Ltd, incorporated on 24 April 2015 and through which the trading element of the Foundation is conducted.” — page 7
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2024)
Trustees
- Sir Eric Peacockchair
- Brian Kane
- Cameron Whitnall
- Gary Batters
- Jane Warden
- LYNN KATHLEEN WHITNALL
- Matt Brady
- Stephen Winterburn
- Tyler Whitnall
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £3.6m | £3.2m |
| 31/12/2023 | £2.9m | £3.0m |
| 31/12/2022 | £4.2m | £3.5m |
| 31/12/2021 | £3.7m | £2.6m |
| 31/12/2020 | £2.2m | £2.1m |
Common questions
Is The Big Cat Sanctuary Ltd financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £394,244 for the year ended 31 December 2024, with total income rising to £3,646,058. The charity holds total reserves of £5,083,611, which exceeds the trustees' stated policy target of approximately £1,600,000 (equivalent to six months of general expenditure). The organization is debt-free and the auditors confirmed no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2024 accounts were audited by Brindley Millen Limited.
Who funds The Big Cat Sanctuary Ltd?
Funders whose own accounts filings name The Big Cat Sanctuary Ltd as a grant recipient include THE BERYL EVETTS AND ROBERT LUFF ANIMAL WELFARE TRUST LIMITED, THE GOOD LUCK CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| THE BERYL EVETTS AND ROBERT LUFF ANIMAL WELFARE TRUST LIMITED | FY2025 | £12k |
| THE GOOD LUCK CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £5k |
| THE BERYL EVETTS AND ROBERT LUFF ANIMAL WELFARE TRUST LIMITED | FY2023 | £5k |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE DANSON FOUNDATION | 1 | £4k |
| R G HILLS CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £1k |