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The Royal Horticultural Society

Registered charity 222879, on the register since 31 July 1963. The 101st largest charity in England and Wales by income.

From the registerYear to 31 January 2025
Income£124.8m
Spending£133.0m
Deficit£8.2m
AccountsUp to date
Legal formOther
Company numberRC000480
Years on the register63

What it says it does

The RHS was founded in 1804 to inspire passion and excellence in horticulture. We want to enrich everyone's life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place. To achieve our aim we undertake scientific research; provide education, training and horticultural advice; support community horticulture projects; and share our renowned gardens and shows with the public.

In the charity's own words, as filed with the Charity Commission.

Its causes

Arts/culture/heritage/scienceEconomic/community Development/employmentEducation/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage

Where it works

It names no single council area: it works across England and Wales, or further.

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Its entry on the Charity Commission register · its own website

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