Furniture History Society
The study of furniture in all countries and in all periods
Activities & Mission
The study of furniture in all countries and in all periods
Grants
Furniture History Society makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £243,160
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
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 | £239,987 | £243,160 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2024 | £205,420 | £220,075 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £189,079 | £195,471 | 0 / 21 | |||
| 2022 | £138,329 | £147,180 | 0 / 23 | |||
| 2021 | £138,597 | £131,322 | 0 / 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.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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