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Friends Of Portland Works

To promote urban regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation in Sheffield and the surrounding area assisting in the preservation of buildings or sites of historic or architectural importance, and in protecting the built environment. In particular Portland Works (a Grade 2* listed building).

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Activities & Mission

To promote urban regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation in Sheffield and the surrounding area assisting in the preservation of buildings or sites of historic or architectural importance, and in protecting the built environment. In particular Portland Works (a Grade 2* listed building).

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£9,804
Latest Expenditure
£6,877

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 70.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 70.1%
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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£9,804
£6,8770 / 5
2023
£3,824
£4,8210 / 6
2022
£2,622
£3,9560 / 11
2021
£4,922
£9,8710 / 3
2020
£10,730
£8,5360 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Portland Works

What does Friends Of Portland Works do?

To promote urban regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation in Sheffield and the surrounding area assisting in the preservation of buildings or sites of historic or architectural importance, and in protecting the built environment. In particular Portland Works (a Grade 2* listed building).

How much income did Friends Of Portland Works report in 2024?

Friends Of Portland Works reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Friends Of Portland Works registered as a charity?

Friends Of Portland Works was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 February 2015 as charity number 1160641. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Friends Of Portland Works?

Friends Of Portland Works is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Geoffrey Iseard. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Friends Of Portland Works operate?

Friends Of Portland Works operates across 3 areas: Barnsley, Rotherham and Sheffield City.

Is Friends Of Portland Works a registered charity?

Yes — Friends Of Portland Works is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160641.

Details

Address
Portland Works
Randall Street
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S2 4SJ
Registration Date
25 February 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5057186
Charity Number
1160641

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Trustees

Paul Geoffrey Iseard Chair
Carol Seymour
Christopher Francis Cooper
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Janet Elizabeth Williams
John Clarke
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Lynne Patricia Alleway
Philip John Martin
Stella Jane Howe

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