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Friends Of Historic Essex

Also known as: The Friends of Historic Essex-Supporting the Essex Record Office

To support the work of the Essex Record Office. The promotion of the education of the public in the history of the County of Essex as constituted in 1954, including those London Boroughs which were formerly within Essex. To publish or assist in the publication of material relating to the history of Essex.

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Activities & Mission

To support the work of the Essex Record Office. The promotion of the education of the public in the history of the County of Essex as constituted in 1954, including those London Boroughs which were formerly within Essex. To publish or assist in the publication of material relating to the history of Essex.

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

Region

Financial Information

Latest Income
£6,657
Latest Expenditure
£10,800

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 162.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 162.2%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£11,208
£17,8890 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Historic Essex

What does Friends Of Historic Essex do?

To support the work of the Essex Record Office. The promotion of the education of the public in the history of the County of Essex as constituted in 1954, including those London Boroughs which were formerly within Essex. To publish or assist in the publication of material relating to the history of Essex.

How much income did Friends Of Historic Essex report in 2024?

Friends Of Historic Essex reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Friends Of Historic Essex registered as a charity?

Friends Of Historic Essex was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 July 1964 as charity number 235270. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs Friends Of Historic Essex?

Friends Of Historic Essex is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jennifer Butler. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Friends Of Historic Essex operate?

Friends Of Historic Essex operates across 2 areas: Essex and London.

Is Friends Of Historic Essex a registered charity?

Yes — Friends Of Historic Essex is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 235270.

Details

Address
ESSEX RECORD OFFICE
WHARF ROAD
CHELMSFORD
CM2 6YT
Registration Date
8 July 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
235270
Charity Number
235270

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Trustees

Jennifer Butler Chair
Anthony William Robert Gunn
Catherine Pearson
Martin Stallion
Neil Wiffen
Rachael Bailey-Gibson
Ruth Earnshaw
Simon Coxall

Also Known As

  • The Friends of Historic Essex-Supporting the Essex Record Office

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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