BROGDALE COLLECTIONS
Brogdale Collections work to secure the long term, sustainable future of the National Fruit Collection as a living Collection at Brogdale. We do this by opening the orchards to the public where they can view the various fruits through the seasons, learn the historical importance of the Collection and the significant scientific work being carried out to keep the Collection alive.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a small surplus of £8,571 in 2025, driven by a 20% increase in self-generated revenue that offset a decline in external funding. Although the charity reported net liabilities of £23,169, the trustees confirm the existence of a £173,893 interest-free loan from a former trustee that will not be recalled, allowing them to maintain a going concern basis.
What the accounts disclose
“There is an interest-free loan from Mr A J Hillier who previously served as a trustee. At 31.12.25, this amounted to £173,893.” — page 4
Property (HM Land Registry)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (06/10/2016)
Trustees
- Anisa Jane Ferguson
- Christopher Gilbert Lane
- David Alexander Josephs
- MICHAEL JOHN TRIGG
- Matthew Ryan Adrian
- Neil Franklin
- PHILIP VINCENT DOUBLEDAY
- Richard Graham Brewer
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £426k | £417k |
| 31/12/2024 | £434k | £413k |
| 31/12/2023 | £284k | £332k |
| 31/12/2022 | £290k | £281k |
| 31/12/2021 | £271k | £229k |
Common questions
Is BROGDALE COLLECTIONS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a small surplus of £8,571 in 2025, driven by a 20% increase in self-generated revenue that offset a decline in external funding. Although the charity reported net liabilities of £23,169, the trustees confirm the existence of a £173,893 interest-free loan from a former trustee that will not be recalled, allowing them to maintain a going concern basis. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds BROGDALE COLLECTIONS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name BROGDALE COLLECTIONS as a grant recipient include THE EAST MALLING TRUST, THE HDH WILLS 1965 CHARITABLE TRUST, THE BRITFORD BRIDGE TRUST, EDWARD VINSON 1957 CHARITY SETTLEMENT, W F SOUTHALL TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE EAST MALLING TRUST | FY2025 | £50k | Educational opportunities in the horticultural sector |
| THE HDH WILLS 1965 CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £30k | Martin Wills Fund - Conservation and wildlife charities |
| THE BRITFORD BRIDGE TRUST | FY2023 | £25k | Primary |
| THE BRITFORD BRIDGE TRUST | FY2024 | £7k | Secondary |
| EDWARD VINSON 1957 CHARITY SETTLEMENT | FY2024 | £5k | Local fruit heritage organisation |
| W F SOUTHALL TRUST | FY2024 | £3k | Environmental Action and Sustainability |
| THE HOBSON CHARITY LIMITED | FY2025 | £2k | Environmental |
| THE FINNIS SCOTT FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £2k | |
| THE NINEVEH CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £2k | |
| THE FINNIS SCOTT FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £2k | |
| THE ASTOR FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £2k | |
| THE COLE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £1k | Children and Youth |
| THE ASTOR FOUNDATION | FY2022 | £1k | Education |
| CHAPMAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £1k | |
| THE IAN ASKEW CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £500 | |
| THE IAN ASKEW CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £500 | |
| THE IAN ASKEW CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £500 | Conservation Fund |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 09/10/2019 | £10k | Entrance Garden and Ornamental Trees |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 07/06/2018 | £4k | Cabin for Volunteers and Local Community |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 28/10/2010 | £9k | Orchard Trail Shelters at Brogdale |