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Horbury Civic Society

The Society aims to encourage high standards of architecture and town planning in the township of Horbury; to stimulate public interest in and care for the beauty, history and character of the town and its surroundings; and to encourage the preservation, development and improvement of features of general public amenity or historic interest.

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Activities & Mission

The Society aims to encourage high standards of architecture and town planning in the township of Horbury; to stimulate public interest in and care for the beauty, history and character of the town and its surroundings; and to encourage the preservation, development and improvement of features of general public amenity or historic interest.

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
£24,829
Latest Expenditure
£24,756

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 99.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 99.7%
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
£24,829
£24,7560 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Horbury Civic Society

What does Horbury Civic Society do?

The Society aims to encourage high standards of architecture and town planning in the township of Horbury; to stimulate public interest in and care for the beauty, history and character of the town and its surroundings; and to encourage the preservation, development and improvement of features of general public amenity or historic interest.

How much income did Horbury Civic Society report in 2024?

Horbury Civic Society reported total income of £25k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Horbury Civic Society registered as a charity?

Horbury Civic Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 April 1968 as charity number 255238. It has been registered for 58 years.

Who runs Horbury Civic Society?

Horbury Civic Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is GRAHAM ELLISON ROBERTS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Horbury Civic Society operate?

Horbury Civic Society operates in City Of Wakefield, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Horbury Civic Society a registered charity?

Yes — Horbury Civic Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 255238.

Details

Address
11 Dovecote Lane
Horbury
Wakefield
WF4 6BG
Registration Date
2 April 1968
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
255238
Charity Number
255238

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Trustees

GRAHAM ELLISON ROBERTS Chair
Deborah McLauchlan Nicholls
Fiona Elizabeth Law
Helen Bickerdike
John Ramsden
MARK THOMAS WILLIAM BESWICK
SANDRA MARY JERVIS

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