CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Trustees, Annual Report for the period From 1 July 2023 Period end dats Perlod start date To 30° June 2024 Charity name: British Wlldlife Rescue Contre Charlty reglstration number: 1171813 Objectives and Activities SORP reference Pora 1.17 Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in it8 governing document The relief of suffering amongst wildlife in need of care and attention and in particular by the provision of a rescue and rehabilitation service for abandoned, sick and injured wildlife and the advancement of public education in the needs and care of British Wildlife The Brltlsh Wlldllfe Rescue Centre (BWRC) Is commltted to the rescue, rehabllltatlon, and release of 51¢k, Injured, and orphaned Brltlsh wlldllfe, dellverlng slgnlflcant publlc benefit through anlmal welfare and envlronmental conservatlon. Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or service8 identified in the accounts, P8r• 1,17 and 1.19 In line wlth our charltable purposes, our core actfvlty remains the care and rehabllltatlon of wlld anlmals with the ultlmate alm of returning them to thelr natural habitat5. Over the past vear, we admitted and treated approxlmately 2,000 wlld anlmals, a number that has doubled over the last decade, demonstrating both Increased demand and cornmunlty reliance on our services. Animals are brought to us by members of the publlc and local veterlnary practlces, reflecting our integral role in wildlife care withln the region. Each case is assessed and treated by our experienced team, with tailored rehabilitation plans to give each animal the best chance of survival and successful relntroduction into the wild. Our facilities include: A woodland rehabllltation area
equipped with aviaries to prepare birds for release. Three waterfowl pools, which are Increasingly important given the rlsing number of duckling and swan admissions. A speclallst hedgehog rehabllltatlon shed, providing a quiet and controlled environment for one of the UK'S most vulnerable species. Two hospltal rooms, a treatment room, and a receptlon area, forming the operational core of the centre and allowing for effective triage and medlcal care. The centre operates seven days a week, staffed by two permanent employees supported by an Invaluable team of dedluted volunteers, whose commltment and compasslon underpln the success of our work. Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Paf• 1.18 Addltlonal Infomiatlon (optlonal) You ma choose to include further statements where r61evant about: SORP rele¥enc Policy on grant making Pora 1.38 Policy on social inve8tment including program related investment Par• 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers P•fa 1.38 Other
Achievements and Perfomiance SORP referenc8 Summary of Achlevements and Impact- The Brltl8h Wlldllfe Re8cug Cfrntre The British Wildllfe Rescue Centre {BWRC) contlnues to play a vital role in resculng, rehabilitating, and releasing injured and orphaned Britlsh wildllfe across Staffordshire and surrounding areas. In the past year alone, the centre admitted a total of 1,766 anlmals, reflecting both the growing need for its services and the trust placed in its expert care. One of the standout successes was the flrst-ever successful rearln8 of Goosander chlcks at the centre, after their mother was tragically killed on a dual carrlageway. This achlevement highllghts the charity's dedlcatlon and speciallst skills in givlng vulnerable wildlife a second chance. Fundralsing efforts were bolstered by being chosen as Confuzzled's Charlty of the Year, ralslng an Impresslve £37,000 durlng thelr conventlon weekend. Addittonal funding Included a £2,500 grant from Anlmal Frlends Insurance ,£500 from Vlstry, and we were awarded £IOOO from Movement for 8ood cause which dlrectly supported the construction of a much-needed new waterfowl rehabllltailon enclosure, each wlth indivldual pools. This new facillty15 especially Important given the rlsing number of duckllng admlssions, whlch now exceed 200 annually. Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity's work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to 80Clèty as a whole, Para 1.20 BWRC also contlnued Its valuable edu¢atlon outreach through school visits In collaborat5on with Hoglets Wlldlife Educatlon, helping to foster awareness, compassion, and envlronmental responsibillty in young people. The charity's work not only transforms the lives of indlvidual animals but also contributes to broader environmental and societal benefits promoting blodiversity, Inspiring conservation effort5, and connetting communities with British wildlife. All of this is made possible by a dedlcated team of volunteers, generous
supporters, and a strong online presence, particularly through Facebook, which remains a key platform for fundraising and engagement. Additlonal Infomation (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about: Achievements against objectives set Para 1.41 Performance of fundraising activities against objectives Set Para 1.41 Investment performance against objectives Pora 1.41 Other
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others Description of the assets held in this capacity Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity's objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity's own assets Addftlonal Infonnatlon {optlonal) Names and addresses of advlsers {Optlonal Infomiatlon) Type of Name Addre88 advlsor Name of chlof executlve or nam•8 of Senlor staff mombor8 (Optlonal Infomiatlon) Exemptions from dlsclosure Reason for non-disc108ure of ke rsonnel details Other o tlonal Information
Financial Review Review of the charity's financial position at the end of the eriod Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves statin are held Amount of reserves held Reasons for holding zero reserves Details of fund materially in deficit Explanation of any uncertaintie8 about the charity continuing as a going concem P8ra 1.21 Para 1.22 Para 1.22 Para 1.22 Para 1.24 Para 1.23 Addltlonal Infomiatlon (optlonal) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about: The charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) P•r4 1.47 Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted Parg 1.46 A description of the principal risks facing the charity Para 1.46 Other
Structure, Governance and Management Description of charty's trusts: Type of governing document Itl-LisI depd ro al cliarter How is the charity constituted? je.9 L4IllllGlil-porated association. CIO Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees Para 1.25 Constitution Para 1.25 Charitable incorporated organisalion Para 1.25 Elected by meeting of charitable trustees Addltlonal Information {optlonal) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about: Policies and procedure8 adopted for the induction and training of trustees Para 1.51 The charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity work8 Paro 1.51 Relationship with any related parties Para 1.51 Other Reference and Administrative details Charit name Other name the charit uses istered charit number Charity's principal addres8 British Wildlife Rescue Centre 1171813 Wildlife barn, Weston, St180JS
Names of the charlty trustses who manage the charlty DatO8 acted If not for whole ear Tru8teo name Office Ilf any) Name of person (or body) toa olnt trusteo Ifan Marcus Barker Barbara Macbryde Michelle Caisley Joanne Caddick 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Cor orate trustees - names of the directors at the date the re Dlr•ctor name ortwasa roved Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charlty Tru8ta• nomo Date8 a¢ted If not for whole ear
Declarations The trustees declare that they have approved the trustses, report above. Signed on behalf of the charlty's trustee8 Slgnatur6(s) Full nam8(8) Po8ltion (eg Secretsry, Chalr, otc) CHPt Dats
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Brfll•h Wlldllfo R••cuo C•ntr• R•¢•lpt8 and p4ym•nt• ac¢ount• 1171813 CC16a For thD porlod from To 0110712023 3010612024 SoLlioii A Rc'coipls and PLIyIIIQI)I% Unr••trl¢t•d lundJ R•strlct•d fvnd• Endowmfrnt fund• Total fund• Lalt y•ar to tho near••t to th• n••r••t £ to th• n•ar••t £ to th• n•or••l £ th• n•w•• A1 RK•l Donatlons & fundralsi Educotion81 Course 1008 Grants 11,099 32. 2,697 ross n¢om• 7•8 an nv•• m•n Tol•l A3Pa ont• Accounloncy fe•8 Cleanlng & wast0 Energy Feedstuffs Ggneral exn$t8 Insuran IT costs M8(Il¢al & v&lorln8ry 8xp•n8•8 Ront & wgler ral08 Rgpalrs & malntenanc• Salarlas Sloff tr8inlng & welf81e St81ionery & p08tagI8 T818phon¥ & inlernel 1.200 2,710 2,872 8.762 597 474 333 1,204 1,576 2,146 23,721 95 590 1,021 1,20Q 2.710 2,872 8,762 597 474 333 1.204 1,1570 2.146 23.721 21. 590 1.021 Sub tot41 A4 A•••t •nd Inv•¥tm•nt pur¢h••••. se• t bl• Own usa assets 3,368 Sub total Tot•lp•ym•nts N•t olrnc•lpts/(p•ym•nt) AS Translevs b•tw••n fund Ae Ca•h fund• la•t ymr •nd C•$h lund¥ Ihls y••r
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Independent examiner's report on the accounts
Section A Independent Examiner’s Report
Report to the trustees/ Charity Name British Wildlife Rescue Centre members of On accounts for the year 30 June 2024 Charity no 1171813 ended (if any) Set out on pages 1
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 30 / 06 / 2024.
Responsibilities and As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation of basis of report the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have examiner's statement come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or
- the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed: Date: 26/4/2025 Name: Garry Quinn ~~TT~~ Relevant professional ICAEW qualification(s) or body (if any): Address: 102, Werburgh Drive, Stoke on Trent ST4 8JN
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