HORNBEAM WOOD HEDGEHOG SANCTUARY
Provision of rescue and rehabilitation to hedgehogs in need, as well as undertaking educational activities and public awareness raising projects such as school visits and engagement with the national and local media.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £3,864 for the year ended 30 June 2025, with total incoming resources of £54,463 and total expenditure of £50,599. General reserves stood at £14,513, which the trustees describe as being around three months of expenditure at 2025 levels. The trustees acknowledge that operating costs are increasing at a high rate and that reserves have been reduced compared to previous years due to the use of funds for operational needs.
What the accounts disclose
“The Charity has one employee (2024: 1), Martin Maylin who is also a Trustee of the Charity. Mr Maylin oversees a team of volunteers to manage and maintain the running of the sanctuary. His salary for the year amounted to £12,480 (2024: £9,096).” — page 20
“General reserves at 30 June 2025 were £14,513 which is around three months of expenditure at 2025 levels.” — page 11
“The Charity has one employee (2024: 1), Martin Maylin who is also a Trustee of the Charity. Mr Maylin oversees a team of volunteers to manage and maintain the running of the sanctuary. His salary for the year amounted to £12,480 (2024: £9,096).” — page 20
Trustees
- Hendrika Maylinchair
- Christopher Southern
- Martin Maylin
- Victor Maylin
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2025 | £54k | £51k |
| 30/06/2024 | £75k | £74k |
| 30/06/2023 | £39k | £40k |
| 30/06/2022 | £49k | £35k |
| 30/06/2021 | £33k | £28k |
Common questions
Is HORNBEAM WOOD HEDGEHOG SANCTUARY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £3,864 for the year ended 30 June 2025, with total incoming resources of £54,463 and total expenditure of £50,599. General reserves stood at £14,513, which the trustees describe as being around three months of expenditure at 2025 levels. The trustees acknowledge that operating costs are increasing at a high rate and that reserves have been reduced compared to previous years due to the use of funds for operational needs. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of HORNBEAM WOOD HEDGEHOG SANCTUARY earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £12,480 band.
Who funds HORNBEAM WOOD HEDGEHOG SANCTUARY?
Funders whose own accounts filings name HORNBEAM WOOD HEDGEHOG SANCTUARY as a grant recipient include THE HARPENDEN TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE HARPENDEN TRUST | FY2024 | £6k | |
| THE HARPENDEN TRUST | FY2022 | £4k | |
| THE HARPENDEN TRUST | FY2023 | £1k | Community Fund grant |