Church Recording Society
Church Recording Society is the national body for Church Recording Groups producing Church Records for national and local archives and legitimate users. Church Recording Society provides resources for the Church Recording Groups, which are located throughout the UK and the Isle of Man. It liaises with organisations having a common interest in the artefacts within churches.
Activities & Mission
Church Recording Society is the national body for Church Recording Groups producing Church Records for national and local archives and legitimate users. Church Recording Society provides resources for the Church Recording Groups, which are located throughout the UK and the Isle of Man. It liaises with organisations having a common interest in the artefacts within churches.
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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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £6,600 | £8,408 | 0 / 400 | |||
| 2024 | £7,294 | £2,504 | 0 / 450 | |||
| 2023 | £7,010 | £3,024 | 0 / 500 | |||
| 2022 | £10,999 | £2,064 | 0 / 500 |
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Frequently asked questions about Church Recording Society
What does Church Recording Society do?
Church Recording Society is the national body for Church Recording Groups producing Church Records for national and local archives and legitimate users. Church Recording Society provides resources for the Church Recording Groups, which are located throughout the UK and the Isle of Man. It liaises with organisations having a common interest in the artefacts within churches.
How much income did Church Recording Society report in 2025?
Church Recording Society reported total income of £7k and reported expenditure of £8k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Church Recording Society registered as a charity?
Church Recording Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 January 2021 as charity number 1192947. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs Church Recording Society?
Church Recording Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is David John Medcalf. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Church Recording Society operate?
Church Recording Society operates across 4 areas: Isle Of Man, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Church Recording Society a registered charity?
Yes — Church Recording Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1192947.
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