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Environmental charities in the UK

There are 5,798 registered charities in England and Wales working on the environment. 3,454 of them (60%) are small, with an income under £100,000 a year.

Updated from the Charity Commission register.

Environmental charities look after nature reserves and woodland, clean up rivers and beaches, plant trees, and help communities cut waste and use less energy. Many are small groups caring for one patch of land, one river or one park, and they're often run by volunteers.

Giving to one close to home means you can see the difference for yourself, every time you walk past. A lot of them welcome volunteers too, so your support can be your time as well as your money.

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Nature, wildlife and conservation

1,827 of these charities say this is part of their work. Here are a few of them.

  1. Nailsea Environment and Wildlife Trust

    BS48 · Income under £10k

    Initially we will transform 6 acres of wetland and Alder carr into a nature reserve. We will fix fences, plant hedges and trees, survey for biodiversity and do pond dipping. We will excavate new ponds and remove…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  2. Woking Environment Action

    GU21 · Small charity, income under £100k

    We are a voluntary group of individuals raising awareness and taking action locally on issues relating to climate change and sustainability.Our current activities include a very popular monthly Repair Cafe and a Climate…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  3. Rodley Nature Reserve Trust

    LS18 · Small charity, income under £100k

    Nature reserve providing free access to the general public. A free educational resource for primary school groups and older students. Free guided walks for groups throughout the year. Special facilities for disabled…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  4. Tewkesbury Nature Reserve Ltd

    GL52 · Income £100k to £1m

    To create and maintain an urban wetland area, including flood meadows and associated habitats, for the benefit of wildlife, to alleviate flooding risks by better management of the water courses, to provide safe access…

    Their website Charity Commission record

Woods, trees, parks and gardens

1,012 of these charities say this is part of their work. Here are a few of them.

  1. Friends of Old Sneed Park Nature Reserve

    BS9 · Income under £10k

    To advance the education of the public in nature conservation, in particular by the conservation of Old Sneed Park Nature Reserve situated on the western flank of Sneyd Park, Bristol.

    Their website Charity Commission record

  2. The Wiltshire Wildlife Conservation Volunteers

    SN1 · Income under £10k

    Practical conservation management by volunteers on Wiltshire Nature reserves. We work on wildlife sites managed by the Wiltshire Wildlife Trust, the Woodland Trust, Natural England, the National Trust and private…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  3. Biocap Limited

    RG14 · Income £100k to £1m

    To develop a regional map detailing where best within a regions countryside, to use nature based interventions to capture carbon and enhance biodiversityTo identify and facilitate Tree planting, ecosystem restoration…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  4. Hayle Park Nature Reserve

    ME15 · Small charity, income under £100k

    Hayle Park Nature Reserve Trust manages 60 acres of woodland, parkland pasture and wildflower meadows in Tovil, Maidstone.

    Their website Charity Commission record

Rivers, coasts and seas

303 of these charities say this is part of their work. Here are a few of them.

  1. Beacon Hub Brighton

    BN2 · Income under £10k

    An educational centre specialising in the neighbouring Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve's flora and fauna, and the Beachy Head West Marine Conservation Zone's marine life by utilising an indoor & outdoor classroom…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  2. Fox Corner Community Wildlife Area Association

    GU3 · Income under £10k

    The wildlife area is a designated local nature reserve and makes the most of its natural assets - wetland, meadow and woodland. The association exists to ensure the area continues to be a self-sustaining and varied…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  3. Yorkshire Dales Rivers Trust

    HG3 · Income £100k to £1m

    River catchment conservation measures for the Yorkshire Dales Rivers, namely the Wharfe, Nidd, Ure and Swale. The YDRT also supports and sponsors research and education to inform the public of the importance river…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  4. Perranporth Marine Conservation Group

    TR6 · Income under £10k

    The group comprises volunteers from the Perranporth area. Aims are:- Conservation of the marine environment inc. the sand dunes;- Engaging with local schools, organisations, businesses and groups to encourage further…

    Charity Commission record

Climate, energy and waste

561 of these charities say this is part of their work. Here are a few of them.

  1. Dengie Climate Action Partnership

    CM0 · Income under £10k

    We promote the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment of The Dengie Peninsula in Essex.We do this through encouraging Biodiversity and nature regeneration. Alongside waste…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  2. Heal Rewilding

    BA11 · Income £100k to £1m

    Heal is raising funds to buy land for rewilding. We want to bring hope and optimism and to act as a focus for individual and organisational involvement in nature recovery, the mitigation of climate change and people's…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  3. Global Environment Centre - Europe

    TR4 · Income under £10k

    Global Environment Centre - Europe is part of the overall Global Environment Centre network which supports actions to address environmental issues of global importance including climate change, biodiversity, water…

    Charity Commission record

  4. Young Climate Warriors

    RG9 · Small charity, income under £100k

    To advance the education of children and young people in subjects relating to global environmental change and ways to prevent or reduce the impacts of climate change; andTo promote, for the public benefit, the…

    Their website Charity Commission record

Small charities worth knowing

3,454 environmental charities have an income under £100,000 a year. Most are run by a few people, often volunteers, and few of them can afford to advertise. Here are some of them, each with recent accounts on the register.

  1. The Nature Trust (Sandy)

    SG19 · Small charity, income under £100k

    In promoting it's environmental objects the Charity makes grants to the RSPB, or any organisation such as landfill operators, environmental bodies or other organisations operating within the context of the Landfill…

    Charity Commission record

  2. Social Carbon Foundation

    GU52 · Small charity, income under £100k

    Social Carbon Foundation develops and manages holistic, nature-based standards and methodologies that mitigate climate change, enhance biodiversity, and support sustainable livelihoods. Our standards are applied by…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  3. Schools and Homes Energy Education Project

    S8 · Income under £10k

    WE assist educational institutions, organizations, professionals, households and individuals to make informed decisions about sustainable energy usage through workshops, courses, training in the use of renewable energy…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  4. Hobbs Nature Reserve Trust

    GL19 · Small charity, income under £100k

    We maintain the reserve as an SSSI following government guidance. Work to explain the geologically significant rock exposures and emphasise their significance to the community and schools. Ensure access for the benefit…

    Charity Commission record

  5. Natural Neighbours

    SW19 · Small charity, income under £100k

    Using public demonstration events backed up by online media, Natural Neighbours inspires & supports people in urban communities to create and connect essential habitat for wildlife in their private outdoor spaces. We…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  6. North Sheffield Conservation Group

    S6 · Income under £10k

    We carry out countryside conservation in the inner city and the urban fringe. we work with communities, schools and the disadvantaged.We rent out space at Wood Lane Countryside Centre to local activity groups and…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  7. The Sunglow Trust

    SN9 · Small charity, income under £100k

    Supporting displaced populations returning to post conflict settings of Iraq and Syria. Working in partnership with local NGO's to deliver sustainable employment programs committed to climate change mitigation and…

    Their website Charity Commission record

  8. Trelusback Foundation for Wildlife Conservation

    REDR · Small charity, income under £100k

    The provision of a site for the use of students and researchers to study wildlife conservation. The conservation and improvement of lands of ecological importance.

    Charity Commission record

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Environmental charities by town

The towns and cities with the most environmental charities, counted by where each charity is registered. London's number includes national charities with a head office there.

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Questions people ask

How many environmental charities are there in the UK?

There are 5,798 registered charities in England and Wales working on the environment. 3,454 of them (60%) are small, with an income under £100,000 a year. The figures come from the Charity Commission register for England and Wales, last refreshed in October 2026. Scotland and Northern Ireland keep their own registers, so their charities aren't counted here.

What do environmental charities do?

Going by what they say about themselves on the register, the most common kinds of work are nature, wildlife and conservation (1,827 charities), woods, trees, parks and gardens (1,012 charities), and climate, energy and waste (561 charities). Many do more than one of these.

Which environmental charity should I give to?

The one that fits what matters to you. Tell us a little about it and we'll pick the few charities that fit you best, with the reasons why. It's free, takes a couple of minutes, and we never ask for any contact details. No charity can pay to appear on your list.

Why give to a small charity working on the environment?

Small charities run on very little, so a regular gift, however modest, helps them plan ahead. They're often rooted in one place, so you can get to know the people doing the work and see what your help does. Every charity listed on this page has an income under £1 million a year and has sent the Charity Commission accounts in the last two and a half years.

How can I check a charity is genuine?

Look it up on the Charity Commission register by its name or charity number. Its page there shows what it does, who its trustees are and its latest accounts. Every charity on this page links straight to its register record.

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