The London Natural History Society
Analysis
The London Natural History Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in London. It was registered in September 1962, 64 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training and environment/conservation/heritage, which this site groups under environment and conservation. It says it makes grants to individuals, makes grants to organisations and provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending June 2025, The London Natural History Society reported income of £33k and spending of £52k, spending 157% of what it took in. Across the 5 years on record, from June 2021 to June 2025, income grew from £32k to £33k (+2.9%), an average of +0.7% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to June 2022, when income rose by 43%. Over the whole period it spent 102% of the income it received.
Among 4,574 England and Wales charities whose main cause is environment and conservation and that reported income, The London Natural History Society sits at the 66th percentile: it is larger than about 66% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 54th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Cobham Conservation and Heritage Trust (£33k), Hubbard's Hills Trust Limited (£33k) and Barracks Lane Community Garden (£33k).
Data notes from the register: The latest annual return was received after its deadline.
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Members study and record the plants, birds, insects and other wildlife, and their habitats, in the London area, through field meetings, talks, and publications. The general public is welcome at all events. Grants are available to support research and the conservation of biodiversity.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Cobham Conservation and Heritage Trust | Surrey | £33k |
| Hubbard's Hills Trust Limited | Lincolnshire | £33k |
| Barracks Lane Community Garden | Oxford | £33k |
| The Tylers and Bricklayers Craft Trust | UK | £33k |