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Barnes Literary Society

The Barnes Literary Society offers a regular opportunity for people with an interest in literature to hear and question writers and speakers on a wide variety of literary topics. We also organise visits to places of literary interest and offer a forum for the discussion of literary topics.

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Activities & Mission

The Barnes Literary Society offers a regular opportunity for people with an interest in literature to hear and question writers and speakers on a wide variety of literary topics. We also organise visits to places of literary interest and offer a forum for the discussion of literary topics.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£22,023
Latest Expenditure
£19,654

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 89.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 89.2%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£22,023
£19,6540 / 0
2024
£22,269
£22,5230 / 3
2023
£17,937
£13,2070 / 0
2022
£15,430
£10,9080 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Barnes Literary Society

What does Barnes Literary Society do?

The Barnes Literary Society offers a regular opportunity for people with an interest in literature to hear and question writers and speakers on a wide variety of literary topics. We also organise visits to places of literary interest and offer a forum for the discussion of literary topics.

How much income did Barnes Literary Society report in 2025?

Barnes Literary Society reported total income of £22k and reported expenditure of £20k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Barnes Literary Society registered as a charity?

Barnes Literary Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 December 2021 as charity number 1197046. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs Barnes Literary Society?

Barnes Literary Society is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Barnes Literary Society operate?

Barnes Literary Society operates in Richmond Upon Thames, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Barnes Literary Society a registered charity?

Yes — Barnes Literary Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1197046.

Details

Address
BARNES LITERARY SOCIETY
21 Church Road
Richmond upon Thames
London
SW13 9HE
Registration Date
10 December 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5183586
Charity Number
1197046

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Trustees

Belinda Anne Constance Darnton
Claudia Catelin BA MSc
Elaine Redler BSc,MBA
Joanna Mason
Also governs 1 other charity
Katherine Owles Cert.ed,MA
Kathryn Kock Bsc,ACA
Louise Carr B.Ed
Philippa McEwan BA
Susan Pandit PGCE,MBA

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