Essex Book Festival
The objectives of the charity are to advance the education of the public in Essex by promoting literature, reading for pleasure and supporting and developing writers.The objectives are met, primarily, through an annual Essex Book Festival, which offers opportunities for local, national and international authors to discuss their works, writing workshops and competitions for budding authors.
Activities & Mission
The objectives of the charity are to advance the education of the public in Essex by promoting literature, reading for pleasure and supporting and developing writers.The objectives are met, primarily, through an annual Essex Book Festival, which offers opportunities for local, national and international authors to discuss their works, writing workshops and competitions for budding authors.
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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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £110,294 | £116,587 | 0 / 27 | |||
| 2023 | £129,681 | £120,762 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £95,483 | £97,956 | 0 / 18 | |||
| 2021 | £78,666 | £78,593 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £44,443 | £40,142 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about Essex Book Festival
What does Essex Book Festival do?
The objectives of the charity are to advance the education of the public in Essex by promoting literature, reading for pleasure and supporting and developing writers.The objectives are met, primarily, through an annual Essex Book Festival, which offers opportunities for local, national and international authors to discuss their works, writing workshops and competitions for budding authors.
How much income did Essex Book Festival report in 2024?
Essex Book Festival reported total income of £110k and reported expenditure of £117k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Essex Book Festival registered as a charity?
Essex Book Festival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 September 2011 as charity number 1143727. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Essex Book Festival?
Essex Book Festival is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is PETER BRIAN DONALDSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Essex Book Festival operate?
Essex Book Festival operates across 3 areas: Essex, Southend-on-sea and Thurrock.
Is Essex Book Festival a registered charity?
Yes — Essex Book Festival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1143727.
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