DUDLEY ZOO DEVELOPMENT TRUST
THE CHARITY WAS ESTABLISHED TO ASSIST WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF DUDLEY ZOO AND TO ASSIST WITH THE FEEDING AND WELFARE OF THE ANIMALS AT THE ZOO
Objects
(A) THE FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF THE CHARITY KNOWN AS DUDLEY AND WEST MIDLANDS ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY LIMITED BY WAY OF GIFT GRANT LOAN GUARANTEE OR SUCH OTHER FORM OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AS THE TRUSTEES SHALL CONSIDER APPROPRIATE FOR THE MAINTENANCE EXPANSION AND DEVELOPMENT OF ITS ZOO AND ITS OTHER CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES. (!) SUCH OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONNECTED WITH THE SOCIETY AS THE TRUSTEES SHALL FROM TIME TO TIME IN THEIR ABSOLUTE DISCREATION DETERMINE.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that total incoming resources increased significantly to £308,314, largely due to a £263,000 legacy, resulting in unrestricted funds of £277,320. The trustees consider the financial position to be sound and have prepared the statements on a going concern basis. The charity holds minimum reserves as a result of providing donations to the Zoo in accordance with its objectives.
What the accounts disclose
“In 2024 the income has benefitted from a legacy from one individual totalling £263,000.”
“The policy of the Trust is to retain sufficient funds to maintain the trust as a going concern. The Trust will provide donations to the Zoo in accordance with its objectives and will hold minimum reserves as a result.” — page 4
Trustees
- DUDLEY ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £60k | £302k |
| 31/12/2024 | £308k | £44k |
| 31/12/2023 | £43k | £43k |
| 31/12/2022 | £45k | £110k |
| 31/12/2021 | £59k | £59k |
Common questions
Is DUDLEY ZOO DEVELOPMENT TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that total incoming resources increased significantly to £308,314, largely due to a £263,000 legacy, resulting in unrestricted funds of £277,320. The trustees consider the financial position to be sound and have prepared the statements on a going concern basis. The charity holds minimum reserves as a result of providing donations to the Zoo in accordance with its objectives. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.