FOREST OF SELWOOD
Forest of Selwood is set up to achieve the following charitable objects:i. To promote the conservation of the natural and physical environment of the Forest of Selwood and its surroundings and to educate the public in its heritage. ii. To advance the education and awareness of the Forest of Selwood community and the public in the principles of biodiversity conservation and sustainability.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £1,834 for the period, with total income of £108,201 and expenditure of £106,118. Per the trustees' report, sufficient reserves are held in a general fund to ensure running costs can be met as they fall due. The balance sheet shows net assets of £95,264, indicating the charity remains financially stable.
What the accounts disclose
“Grants and subsidies received 108,154”
“Sufficient reserves are held in a general fund to ensure the running costs can be met as they fall due.” — page 6
“A loan has been made from a trustee, this was necessary to repay the original loan used to finance the purchase of Long Ham Meadow.”
Trustees
- Jill Elizabeth Butlerchair
- Charles Couzens
- James Alexander Coward
- Patricia Anne Stainton
- Samantha Mennell
- Thomas Lewis
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £120k | £123k |
| 28/02/2024 | £102k | £41k |
Common questions
Is FOREST OF SELWOOD financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £1,834 for the period, with total income of £108,201 and expenditure of £106,118. Per the trustees' report, sufficient reserves are held in a general fund to ensure running costs can be met as they fall due. The balance sheet shows net assets of £95,264, indicating the charity remains financially stable. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds FOREST OF SELWOOD?
Funders whose own accounts filings name FOREST OF SELWOOD as a grant recipient include THE MACKINTOSH FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE MACKINTOSH FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £10k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 02/04/2026 | £20k | Meadow Restoration in the Forest of Selwood |
| UK government | 01/04/2024 | £12k | PGW 1158-CF2579 |
| UK government | 01/04/2024 | £21k | 2425 - 45 |
| UK government | 01/04/2024 | £29k | 2425 - 46 |
| UK government | 01/04/2024 | £34k | 2425 - 47 |