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Durham Bird Club

To advance the study of ornithology and public education in ornithology and related matters, in particular, working within the geographic area covered by Durham Bird Club, that is primarily the area of the historic county of Durham, bounded by the Rivers Tees and Tyne, together with the former Startforth Rural District of the North Riding of Yorkshire.

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Activities & Mission

To advance the study of ornithology and public education in ornithology and related matters, in particular, working within the geographic area covered by Durham Bird Club, that is primarily the area of the historic county of Durham, bounded by the Rivers Tees and Tyne, together with the former Startforth Rural District of the North Riding of Yorkshire.

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£5,667
Latest Expenditure
£5,224

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 92.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 92.2%
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
£5,667
£5,2240 / 3
2023
£5,778
£5,8650 / 2
2022
£5,008
£5,8180 / 2
2021
£5,098
£4,8630 / 2
2020
£4,607
£5,3240 / 3

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Frequently asked questions about Durham Bird Club

What does Durham Bird Club do?

To advance the study of ornithology and public education in ornithology and related matters, in particular, working within the geographic area covered by Durham Bird Club, that is primarily the area of the historic county of Durham, bounded by the Rivers Tees and Tyne, together with the former Startforth Rural District of the North Riding of Yorkshire.

How much income did Durham Bird Club report in 2024?

Durham Bird Club reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £5k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Durham Bird Club registered as a charity?

Durham Bird Club was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 December 2017 as charity number 1176232. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Durham Bird Club?

Durham Bird Club is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Durham Bird Club operate?

Durham Bird Club operates across 7 areas, including Darlington, Durham, Gateshead and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Durham Bird Club a registered charity?

Yes — Durham Bird Club is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1176232.

Details

Address
41 St. Bedes Close
DURHAM
DH1 4AA
Registration Date
12 December 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5107609
Charity Number
1176232

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Trustees

Arto Maatta
DAVID LESLIE SOWERBUTTS
Dr Brian Clasper
Dr Veronica Howard
JAQUELINE LOUISE HAMER
MARK ANTHONY HARPER
Peter Thomas Bell

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