Oldway Gardens Group
Analysis
Oldway Gardens Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Paignton. It was registered in November 2021, 5 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science, environment/conservation/heritage and recreation, which this site groups under arts, culture, heritage and science. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides buildings/facilities/open space, provides services and provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending January 2026, Oldway Gardens Group reported income of £21k and spending of £14k, leaving 33% of income unspent that year. Across the 4 years on record, from January 2023 to January 2026, income grew from £19k to £21k (+14%), an average of +4.4% a year. Over the whole period it spent 56% of the income it received.
Among 17,634 England and Wales charities whose main cause is arts, culture, heritage and science and that reported income, Oldway Gardens Group sits at the 51st percentile: it is larger than about 51% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 46th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Tavistock Heritage Trust (£21k), Cobham County Primary School Parent Teacher Association (£21k) and The Stamford Gilbert and Sullivan Players (£21k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
The conservation and preservation of the flora and fauna and natural environment of Oldway Mansion Gardens for the benefit of the public.The advancement of education of the public to celebrate the history and traditions of the gardens to connect the community to its heritage and to develop interest and skills in proficient gardening and estate management.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Tavistock Heritage Trust | Devon | £21k |
| Cobham County Primary School Parent Teacher Association | Gravesend | £21k |
| The Stamford Gilbert and Sullivan Players | Lincolnshire | £21k |
| St Michaels Village Hall | Tenbury Wells | £21k |