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Furniture History Society

The study of furniture in all countries and in all periods

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Activities & Mission

The study of furniture in all countries and in all periods

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.

Show all 21 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£239,987
Latest Expenditure
£243,160

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 101.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 101.3%
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
£239,987
£243,1600 / 25
2024
£205,420
£220,0750 / 25
2023
£189,079
£195,4710 / 21
2022
£138,329
£147,1800 / 23
2021
£138,597
£131,3220 / 25

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Frequently asked questions about Furniture History Society

What does Furniture History Society do?

The study of furniture in all countries and in all periods

How much income did Furniture History Society report in 2025?

Furniture History Society reported total income of £240k and reported expenditure of £243k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Furniture History Society registered as a charity?

Furniture History Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 November 1967 as charity number 251683. It has been registered for 59 years.

Who runs Furniture History Society?

Furniture History Society is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Furniture History Society operate?

Furniture History Society operates across 21 areas, including Australia, Austria, Belgium and 18 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Furniture History Society a registered charity?

Yes — Furniture History Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 251683.

Details

Address
Stable End
The Square
Ducklington
WITNEY
Oxfordshire
OX29 7UD
Registration Date
7 November 1967
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
251683
Charity Number
251683

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Trustees

Adriana Edith Turpin
Also governs 1 other charity
Amy Lim
Charlie Thomas
Christopher Rowell
David Oakey
Dr Megan Aldrich FSA
Dr Rebecca Lesley Tilles
Iain Stephens
Martin Blue Macintosh Williams
Sir Jonathan Marsden
Thomas Williams

Sectors & Classifications

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14 May 2026
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