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birmingham astronomical society

The charity supports the general public. Birmingham Astronomical Society is a registered charity whose purpose is general charitable purposes. It delivers its work by providing buildings, facilities, or open space. The charity is based in Nuneaton and operates in Birmingham City, Staffordshire, and various other locations.


This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

Promotes the study of astronomy, by providing public observing sessions, lectures, advice, a journal, telescope making facilities, a library, demonstrations, lecturers, a meeting place and outings to places of astronomical interest. A modest annual membership fee is charged, the aim being to cover expenses and provide a concessionary rate for unemployed, students, and Senior Citizens.

Fundraising

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£3,270
Latest Expenditure
£2,017

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 61.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 61.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024£3,270£2,0170 / 14
2023£3,531£2,6220 / 3
2022£3,034£1,5610 / 12
2021£2,011£4,0890 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers