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Colchester Civic Society

The society encourages high standards of architecture and Town Planning in Colchester.It stimulates public interest in and care for the beauty, history and character of the area of the Town.It encourages the preservation, development and improvement of features of general public amenity and of historic interest.It pursues these ends by means of , exhibitions, lectures and publications.

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Activities & Mission

The society encourages high standards of architecture and Town Planning in Colchester.It stimulates public interest in and care for the beauty, history and character of the area of the Town.It encourages the preservation, development and improvement of features of general public amenity and of historic interest.It pursues these ends by means of , exhibitions, lectures and publications.

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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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£9,056
Latest Expenditure
£6,515

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 71.9%
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 2023.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£44,682
£3,8580 / 16

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Colchester Civic Society

What does Colchester Civic Society do?

The society encourages high standards of architecture and Town Planning in Colchester.It stimulates public interest in and care for the beauty, history and character of the area of the Town.It encourages the preservation, development and improvement of features of general public amenity and of historic interest.It pursues these ends by means of , exhibitions, lectures and publications.

How much income did Colchester Civic Society report in 2023?

Colchester Civic Society reported total income of £45k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Colchester Civic Society registered as a charity?

Colchester Civic Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 January 1965 as charity number 237885. It has been registered for 61 years.

Who runs Colchester Civic Society?

Colchester Civic Society is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOSEPHINE MARY EDWARDS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Colchester Civic Society operate?

Colchester Civic Society operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Colchester Civic Society a registered charity?

Yes — Colchester Civic Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 237885.

Details

Contact (address, phone)
Registration Date
20 January 1965
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
237885
Charity Number
237885

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Trustees

JOSEPHINE MARY EDWARDS Chair
Glynis Ann Barritt
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John Raymond Collett
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Kenneth Dixon Walker
MICHAEL JOHN FITT
Nicholas William Chilvers
PETER EVANS
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Rennie Chivers
Roger Anthony Dennis
SHEILA MARY ANDERTON

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