Hebridean Sheep Society
Analysis
Hebridean Sheep Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Harrogate. It was registered in August 2014, 12 years ago. Its declared purposes cover environment/conservation/heritage, which this site groups under environment and conservation. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides services, provides advocacy/advice/information and sponsors or undertakes research.
In the financial year ending March 2025, Hebridean Sheep Society reported income of £20k and spending of £21k, spending 106% of what it took in. Across the 5 years on record, from March 2021 to March 2025, income fell from £21k to £20k (-4.4%), an average of -1.1% a year. Over the whole period it spent 91% of the income it received.
Among 4,574 England and Wales charities whose main cause is environment and conservation and that reported income, Hebridean Sheep Society sits at the 58th percentile: it is larger than about 58% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 44th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Tolpuddle Old Chapel Trust (£20k), 2nd Atherton Scout Group (£20k) and Ledbury and District Society Trust Limited (£20k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Informing the farming industry, conservationists, managers of sensitive environments and the general public of the attributes of Hebridean sheep through the website, shows, demonstrations and information leaflets. Maintaining and improving the registration of Hebridean sheep, including online services, to ensure the maintenance and purity of the breed for future generations.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Tolpuddle Old Chapel Trust | Dorchester | £20k |
| 2nd Atherton Scout Group | Manchester | £20k |
| Ledbury and District Society Trust Limited | Herefordshire | £20k |
| The Nature Trust (Sandy) | Sandy | £20k |