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Harpenden Society

We stimulate public interest in the local area to promote high standards of planning, architecture and environmental quality. We hold public meetings with speakers on topical subjects. We award the Harpenden Society Plaque and environmental certificates for projects which enhance the local environment. We publish a quarterly newsletter. We provide information and advice to local residents.

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Activities & Mission

We stimulate public interest in the local area to promote high standards of planning, architecture and environmental quality. We hold public meetings with speakers on topical subjects. We award the Harpenden Society Plaque and environmental certificates for projects which enhance the local environment. We publish a quarterly newsletter. We provide information and advice to local residents.

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

Financial Information

Latest Income
£6,724
Latest Expenditure
£7,538

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 112.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 112.1%
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 2023.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£10,100
£6,9350 / 0
2022
£25,510
£7,3540 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Harpenden Society

What does Harpenden Society do?

We stimulate public interest in the local area to promote high standards of planning, architecture and environmental quality. We hold public meetings with speakers on topical subjects. We award the Harpenden Society Plaque and environmental certificates for projects which enhance the local environment. We publish a quarterly newsletter. We provide information and advice to local residents.

How much income did Harpenden Society report in 2023?

Harpenden Society reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Harpenden Society registered as a charity?

Harpenden Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 August 1979 as charity number 278154. It has been registered for 47 years.

Who runs Harpenden Society?

Harpenden Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jeffrey Kyndon Phillips. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Harpenden Society operate?

Harpenden Society operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Harpenden Society a registered charity?

Yes — Harpenden Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 278154.

Details

Address
71 Alzey Gardens
Harpenden
AL5 5SY
Registration Date
16 August 1979
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
278154
Charity Number
278154

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Trustees

Jeffrey Kyndon Phillips Chair
ALAN RICHARD BUNTING
Ian Graeme Barrison
Martyn Hedley Reed
Nicholas John Bristow
ROBERT FLETCHER
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Ronald James Taylor

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