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East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society

Also known as: The East Suffolk Decorative and Fine Arts Society, Esdfas, The Arts Society East Suffolk

Promotion of the Arts through lectures and visits; volunteering activities related to the heritage of the area, including church recording; funding the development of young artists

Activities & Mission

Promotion of the Arts through lectures and visits; volunteering activities related to the heritage of the area, including church recording; funding the development of young artists

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
£11,949
Latest Expenditure
£12,213

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 102.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 102.2%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£11,949
£12,2130 / 7
2024
£13,160
£13,2840 / 0
2023
£11,885
£7,8910 / 6
2022
£19,897
£23,2780 / 8

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society

What does East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society do?

Promotion of the Arts through lectures and visits; volunteering activities related to the heritage of the area, including church recording; funding the development of young artists

How much income did East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society report in 2025?

East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society registered as a charity?

East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 January 1981 as charity number 281570. It has been registered for 45 years.

Who runs East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society?

East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society operate?

East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society a registered charity?

Yes — East Suffolk Decorative And Fine Arts Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 281570.

Details

Address
Hill House
Church Lane
Kelsale
SAXMUNDHAM
Suffolk
IP17 2NZ
Registration Date
21 January 1981
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
281570
Charity Number
281570

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Trustees

Graham Charles Woodcock
John Sinclair Pulham
Mary Frances Clarke
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The East Suffolk Decorative and Fine Arts Society
  • Esdfas
  • The Arts Society East Suffolk

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