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East Of London Family History Society

To promote and encourage the study of family history amongst those living in or having ancestral links with that area of Greater London north of the Thames extending from the edge of the City of London at Bishopsgate and Aldgate, eastwards through the London Borough of Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Newham, Redbridge and Dagenham, to the edge of Metropolitan Essex at Havering.

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Activities & Mission

To promote and encourage the study of family history amongst those living in or having ancestral links with that area of Greater London north of the Thames extending from the edge of the City of London at Bishopsgate and Aldgate, eastwards through the London Borough of Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Newham, Redbridge and Dagenham, to the edge of Metropolitan Essex at Havering.

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
£30,766
Latest Expenditure
£18,567

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 60.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 60.3%
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
£30,766
£18,5670 / 30
2024
£17,492
£16,4280 / 40
2023
£18,802
£17,4070 / 30
2022
£19,033
£24,5250 / 35
2021
£17,741
£17,3450 / 40

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Frequently asked questions about East Of London Family History Society

What does East Of London Family History Society do?

To promote and encourage the study of family history amongst those living in or having ancestral links with that area of Greater London north of the Thames extending from the edge of the City of London at Bishopsgate and Aldgate, eastwards through the London Borough of Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Newham, Redbridge and Dagenham, to the edge of Metropolitan Essex at Havering.

How much income did East Of London Family History Society report in 2025?

East Of London Family History Society reported total income of £31k and reported expenditure of £19k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was East Of London Family History Society registered as a charity?

East Of London Family History Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 October 2002 as charity number 1094419. It has been registered for 24 years.

Who runs East Of London Family History Society?

East Of London Family History Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gary Michael Barnes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does East Of London Family History Society operate?

East Of London Family History Society operates across 6 areas, including Barking And Dagenham, Hackney, Havering and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is East Of London Family History Society a registered charity?

Yes — East Of London Family History Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1094419.

Details

Address
88 Gelsthorpe Road
Collier Row
RM5 2LX
Registration Date
30 October 2002
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3980939
Charity Number
1094419

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Trustees

Gary Michael Barnes Chair
JANET BARBARA SEWARD
JEFFERY BERNARD HARVEY
Also governs 1 other charity
Kevin Dopson
MELISSA FORD
Susan Waine
VERA BANGS
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