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East Durham Heritage Group

The East Durham Heritage Group was formed to celebrate the Social, Industrial and Maritime Heritage of East Durham and to pass on knowledge to all sections of the community, both young and old. EDHG members work to collect, collate, display and curate photographs, documents and artefacts, including the lifeboat George Elmy, to ensure they are conserved for the benefit of future generations.

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Activities & Mission

The East Durham Heritage Group was formed to celebrate the Social, Industrial and Maritime Heritage of East Durham and to pass on knowledge to all sections of the community, both young and old. EDHG members work to collect, collate, display and curate photographs, documents and artefacts, including the lifeboat George Elmy, to ensure they are conserved for the benefit of future generations.

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
£5,366
Latest Expenditure
£10,333

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 192.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 192.6%
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 2021.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2021
£22,917
£6,1210 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about East Durham Heritage Group

What does East Durham Heritage Group do?

The East Durham Heritage Group was formed to celebrate the Social, Industrial and Maritime Heritage of East Durham and to pass on knowledge to all sections of the community, both young and old. EDHG members work to collect, collate, display and curate photographs, documents and artefacts, including the lifeboat George Elmy, to ensure they are conserved for the benefit of future generations.

How much income did East Durham Heritage Group report in 2021?

East Durham Heritage Group reported total income of £23k and reported expenditure of £6k for the financial year ending 2021, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was East Durham Heritage Group registered as a charity?

East Durham Heritage Group was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 March 2010 as charity number 1134970. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs East Durham Heritage Group?

East Durham Heritage Group is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lenard Richardson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does East Durham Heritage Group operate?

East Durham Heritage Group operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is East Durham Heritage Group a registered charity?

Yes — East Durham Heritage Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1134970.

Details

Address
East Durham Heritage Centre
Seaham Harbour Marina
SEAHAM
County Durham
SR7 7EE
Registration Date
16 March 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5006925
Charity Number
1134970

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Trustees

Lenard Richardson Chair
Angela Mary Ferguson
David Ritchie
GEORGE MAITLAND
Also governs 1 other charity
Helen Ritchie
Joyce Maitland
Richard Dominic Cramp

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