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Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain

Also known as: D S W a

THE DRY STONE WALLING ASSOCIATION WORKS TO ADVANCE EDUCATION IN THE CRAFT AND HERITAGE OF DRY STONE WALLING FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT. IT PRODUCES A RANGE OF PUBLICATIONS AND OFFERS TRAINING AND AN ACCREDITED CERTIFICATION SCHEME FOR THOSE WISHING TO GAIN QUALIFICATIONS IN THE CRAFT IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN AND RETAIN THE IMPORTANT LANDSCAPE HERITAGE FEATURES OF DRY STONE WALLS.

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Activities & Mission

THE DRY STONE WALLING ASSOCIATION WORKS TO ADVANCE EDUCATION IN THE CRAFT AND HERITAGE OF DRY STONE WALLING FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT. IT PRODUCES A RANGE OF PUBLICATIONS AND OFFERS TRAINING AND AN ACCREDITED CERTIFICATION SCHEME FOR THOSE WISHING TO GAIN QUALIFICATIONS IN THE CRAFT IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN AND RETAIN THE IMPORTANT LANDSCAPE HERITAGE FEATURES OF DRY STONE WALLS.

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
£372,695
Latest Expenditure
£386,103

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 103.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 103.6%
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
£372,695
£386,1030 / 563
2024
£320,994
£301,9640 / 547
2023
£345,346
£296,7250 / 1049
2022
£241,042
£226,6070 / 1095
2021
£279,716
£169,5430 / 1060

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Frequently asked questions about Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain

What does Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain do?

THE DRY STONE WALLING ASSOCIATION WORKS TO ADVANCE EDUCATION IN THE CRAFT AND HERITAGE OF DRY STONE WALLING FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT. IT PRODUCES A RANGE OF PUBLICATIONS AND OFFERS TRAINING AND AN ACCREDITED CERTIFICATION SCHEME FOR THOSE WISHING TO GAIN QUALIFICATIONS IN THE CRAFT IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN AND RETAIN THE IMPORTANT LANDSCAPE HERITAGE FEATURES OF DRY STONE WALLS.

How much income did Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain report in 2025?

Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain reported total income of £373k and reported expenditure of £386k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain registered as a charity?

Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 August 1987 as charity number 289678. It has been registered for 39 years.

Who runs Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain?

Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAUL CLAYTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain operate?

Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain a registered charity?

Yes — Dry Stone Walling Association Of Great Britain is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 289678.

Details

Address
DSWA
LANE FARM
CROOKLANDS
MILNTHORPE
CUMBRIA
LA7 7NH
Registration Date
7 August 1987
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
289678
Charity Number
289678

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Trustees

PAUL CLAYTON Chair
Brian Hartley
Dr Jack Taylor
LYDIA NOBLE
Michael Cullen
Pamela Kirkup
Paul Jolley
PETER ISHERWOOD
Stephen Allen Denham
Timothy Povall

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • D S W a

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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