The Friends of Gledhow Valley Woods

Overview

The Friends of Gledhow Valley Woods is a nonprofit organisation dedicated to protecting, enhancing, and conserving Gledhow Valley Woods, located in north Leeds. Registered as a charity with number 1169599, it was established in March 1996 to promote the natural beauty of the area and support community engagement.

Objectives

The primary objectives of the organisation include:

• Conservation and Enhancement: To make the woods an optimal habitat for wildlife while ensuring good access for all users.
• Community Engagement: Raising public awareness and supporting local groups.
• Collaboration: Liaising with appropriate organisations to achieve shared goals.

Activities

The charity organises various activities to achieve its objectives, including:

• Monthly Action Mornings:
  • Construction and maintenance of footpaths.
  • Management of wildflower meadows.
  • Bulb planting.
  • Litter collection.
• Volunteer Engagement: Encouraging community involvement through open events.

Governance and Operations

• Trustees: The charity is led by a board of four elected trustees.
• Volunteers: The organisation relies on approximately 110 volunteers who contribute to its activities.
• Financial Operations: As of the financial year ending December 2023, the charity reported a total income of £58,804 and expenditure of £41,973.

Structure

• Charity Status: Registered Charity Number 1169599.
• Legal Status: The Friends of Gledhow Valley Woods became a registered charity in 2016.

[1] http://www.fgvw.co.uk [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/about-the-register-of-charities/-/charity-details/5087546 [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-search/-/charity-details/5087546/trustees [4] https://www.fgvw.co.uk/html/news.htm [5] https://www.wadescharity.org/gledhow-valley-woods/