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British Ornithologists' Club

Also known as: The Boc

The Club promotes scientific discussion between members and others interested in ornithology and facilitates the dissemination of scientific information concerned with ornithologyThe Club has a special interest in avian systemics, taxonomy and distribution

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Activities & Mission

The Club promotes scientific discussion between members and others interested in ornithology and facilitates the dissemination of scientific information concerned with ornithologyThe Club has a special interest in avian systemics, taxonomy and distribution

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£19,024
Latest Expenditure
£28,862

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 151.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 151.7%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£19,024
£28,8620 / 0
2023
£19,552
£25,9010 / 12
2022
£20,415
£14,7820 / 0
2021
£19,614
£31,4350 / 0
2020
£16,784
£20,5340 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about British Ornithologists' Club

What does British Ornithologists' Club do?

The Club promotes scientific discussion between members and others interested in ornithology and facilitates the dissemination of scientific information concerned with ornithologyThe Club has a special interest in avian systemics, taxonomy and distribution

How much income did British Ornithologists' Club report in 2024?

British Ornithologists' Club reported total income of £19k and reported expenditure of £29k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British Ornithologists' Club registered as a charity?

British Ornithologists' Club was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 October 2016 as charity number 1169733. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs British Ornithologists' Club?

British Ornithologists' Club is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRIS STOREY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British Ornithologists' Club operate?

British Ornithologists' Club operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is British Ornithologists' Club a registered charity?

Yes — British Ornithologists' Club is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1169733.

Details

Address
c/o Natural History Museum
Akeman Street
TRING
Hertfordshire
HP23 6AP
Registration Date
18 October 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5083906
Charity Number
1169733

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Trustees

CHRIS STOREY Chair
Andrew Stephen Richford
Ashley Jackson
Douglas Gerald David Russell
Dr ROBERT PRYS-JONES
Dr Steven Portugal
Gehan De Silva Wijeyeratne
Laura Vaughan-Hirsch
PHILLIP JOHN BELMAN
Also governs 1 other charity
RICHARD MALIN
STEPHEN EDWARD CHAPMAN
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Boc

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