PRICKLES AND PAWS HEDGEHOG RESCUE
Prickles and Paws Hedgehog Rescue is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of native British hedgehogs. We admit hedgehogs from all over Cornwall and into Devon, working closely with vets and the RSPCA. A helpline is provided for both the public and vets. We attend events and offer educational talks, workshops and run a research program to improve hedgehog care and conservation.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £91,473, which is comfortably higher than the stated target reserves figure of £50,000. Per the trustees' report, the charity's net assets increased by £45,899 to £259,947, supported by income of £154,302 against expenditure of £108,403. The trustees confirm that resources are adequate and there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue in operation.
What the accounts disclose
“unrestricted reserves stood at £91,473 which is comfortably higher than the target reserves figure of £50,000” — page 8
Trustees
- DIANE ELIZABETH SOUTH BED HONS
- Daren Colin Thomas
- Hannah Kelly
- Kristy Pauline Maki Gouldsmith CIPP/E LLM
- Samantha Pashley
- Sarah Budd
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £154k | £108k |
| 31/03/2024 | £189k | £93k |
| 31/03/2023 | £113k | £76k |
| 31/03/2022 | £72k | £75k |
| 31/03/2021 | £100k | £49k |
Common questions
Is PRICKLES AND PAWS HEDGEHOG RESCUE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £91,473, which is comfortably higher than the stated target reserves figure of £50,000. Per the trustees' report, the charity's net assets increased by £45,899 to £259,947, supported by income of £154,302 against expenditure of £108,403. The trustees confirm that resources are adequate and there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue in operation. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds PRICKLES AND PAWS HEDGEHOG RESCUE?
Funders whose own accounts filings name PRICKLES AND PAWS HEDGEHOG RESCUE as a grant recipient include MRS D M FRANCE-HAYHURST FOUNDATION, THE HOBSON CHARITY LIMITED, THE BERYL EVETTS AND ROBERT LUFF ANIMAL WELFARE TRUST LIMITED, SUSANNA PEAKE CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MRS D M FRANCE-HAYHURST FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £117k | |
| THE HOBSON CHARITY LIMITED | FY2024 | £10k | Animals |
| THE BERYL EVETTS AND ROBERT LUFF ANIMAL WELFARE TRUST LIMITED | FY2023 | £4k | |
| SUSANNA PEAKE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £3k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 19/09/2019 | £10k | Volunteer Coordinator |