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King's Lynn Civic Society

Our aim is to preserve the quality of the local built environment through participation in the planning process. We are a statutory body for consultation. The society has a wide membership (approx 300) to whom we offer a lecture programme and regular newsletters. We aim to make the town a pleasant place to live and work.

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Activities & Mission

Our aim is to preserve the quality of the local built environment through participation in the planning process. We are a statutory body for consultation. The society has a wide membership (approx 300) to whom we offer a lecture programme and regular newsletters. We aim to make the town a pleasant place to live and work.

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
£10,179
Latest Expenditure
£11,853

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 116.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 116.4%
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
£10,179
£11,8530 / 25
2024
£18,590
£15,7130 / 70

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about King's Lynn Civic Society

What does King's Lynn Civic Society do?

Our aim is to preserve the quality of the local built environment through participation in the planning process. We are a statutory body for consultation. The society has a wide membership (approx 300) to whom we offer a lecture programme and regular newsletters. We aim to make the town a pleasant place to live and work.

How much income did King's Lynn Civic Society report in 2025?

King's Lynn Civic Society reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was King's Lynn Civic Society registered as a charity?

King's Lynn Civic Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 March 1988 as charity number 298916. It has been registered for 38 years.

Who runs King's Lynn Civic Society?

King's Lynn Civic Society is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is ALISON GIFFORD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does King's Lynn Civic Society operate?

King's Lynn Civic Society operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is King's Lynn Civic Society a registered charity?

Yes — King's Lynn Civic Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 298916.

Details

Address
21 Queen Street
KING'S LYNN
PE30 1HT
Registration Date
23 March 1988
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
298916
Charity Number
298916

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Trustees

ALISON GIFFORD Chair
Anna Gunn
ANNE ROBERTS
Anthony John Wright
Also governs 1 other charity
HELEN RUSSELL-JOHNSON
Rev Robert Stanley Fayers
RICHARD MORRISH
Sandra Coleman

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