Essex Society For Family History
Also known as: E S F H
Collection and transcription of original source material in the Essex Record Office, in Essex churches and churchyards, in Essex parish registers etc. Production of CDs of this material to widen access to these records.Monthly meetings and talks on local and family history at four venues across Essex.Attendance/promotion of Fairs / Open Days at Libraries and similar institutions.
Activities & Mission
Collection and transcription of original source material in the Essex Record Office, in Essex churches and churchyards, in Essex parish registers etc. Production of CDs of this material to widen access to these records.Monthly meetings and talks on local and family history at four venues across Essex.Attendance/promotion of Fairs / Open Days at Libraries and similar institutions.
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £28,794 | £37,104 | 0 / 65 | |||
| 2024 | £30,744 | £27,054 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2023 | £29,041 | £24,322 | 0 / 75 | |||
| 2022 | £30,424 | £21,401 | 0 / 90 | |||
| 2021 | £28,243 | £20,035 | 0 / 90 |
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Frequently asked questions about Essex Society For Family History
What does Essex Society For Family History do?
Collection and transcription of original source material in the Essex Record Office, in Essex churches and churchyards, in Essex parish registers etc. Production of CDs of this material to widen access to these records.Monthly meetings and talks on local and family history at four venues across Essex.Attendance/promotion of Fairs / Open Days at Libraries and similar institutions.
How much income did Essex Society For Family History report in 2025?
Essex Society For Family History reported total income of £29k and reported expenditure of £37k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Essex Society For Family History registered as a charity?
Essex Society For Family History was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 November 1984 as charity number 290552. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs Essex Society For Family History?
Essex Society For Family History is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrea Theodora Hewitt. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Essex Society For Family History operate?
Essex Society For Family History operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Essex Society For Family History a registered charity?
Yes — Essex Society For Family History is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 290552.
Details
Wharf Road
Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 6YT
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- 30 July 2026
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