East Of England Agricultural Society
Providing grants for agricultural related causesManaging the Marshal Papworth Overseas Scholarship SchemeOperating events to promote agriculture and rural life Other educational and promotional activities to promote agriculture
Activities & Mission
Providing grants for agricultural related causesManaging the Marshal Papworth Overseas Scholarship SchemeOperating events to promote agriculture and rural life Other educational and promotional activities to promote agriculture
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 98% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 39% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 4% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £620,619 | £1,202,069 | £1,158,852 | £10,676,592 | £5,670,000 | 7 / 100 |
| 2023 | £791,903 | £1,337,164 | £968,384 | £10,954,155 | £5,650,000 | 11 / 200 |
| 2022 | £1,100,993 | £1,623,561 | £1,265,720 | £11,186,084 | £5,433,612 | 10 / 200 |
| 2021 | £3,996,552 | £2,215,360 | £1,995,305 | £12,381,178 | £5,830,412 | 11 / 350 |
| 2020 | £1,865,209 | £6,624,808 | £4,436,174 | £15,029,989 | £6,317,000 | 28 / 75 |
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Frequently asked questions about East Of England Agricultural Society
What does East Of England Agricultural Society do?
Providing grants for agricultural related causesManaging the Marshal Papworth Overseas Scholarship SchemeOperating events to promote agriculture and rural life Other educational and promotional activities to promote agriculture
How much income did East Of England Agricultural Society report in 2024?
East Of England Agricultural Society reported total income of £621k and reported expenditure of £1.20m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is East Of England Agricultural Society?
East Of England Agricultural Society has a program ratio of 186.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was East Of England Agricultural Society registered as a charity?
East Of England Agricultural Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 December 1981 as charity number 283564. It has been registered for 45 years.
Who runs East Of England Agricultural Society?
East Of England Agricultural Society is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Stuart Francis Roberts. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does East Of England Agricultural Society operate?
East Of England Agricultural Society operates across 4 areas: Bedford, Cambridgeshire, Central Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire.
Is East Of England Agricultural Society a registered charity?
Yes — East Of England Agricultural Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 283564.
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