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Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited

The charity: 1. Arranges public meetings, including lectures and events. 2. Makes grants to individuals and organisations to support research, publications, education and related activities, in Leeds and its local area.

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Activities & Mission

The charity: 1. Arranges public meetings, including lectures and events. 2. Makes grants to individuals and organisations to support research, publications, education and related activities, in Leeds and its local area.

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
£27,345
Latest Expenditure
£35,082

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 128.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 128.3%
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
£27,345
£35,0820 / 0
2024
£24,850
£34,2950 / 0
2023
£22,830
£30,2980 / 0
2022
£17,436
£19,4780 / 0
2021
£16,303
£25,7230 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited

What does Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited do?

The charity: 1. Arranges public meetings, including lectures and events. 2. Makes grants to individuals and organisations to support research, publications, education and related activities, in Leeds and its local area.

How much income did Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited report in 2025?

Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited reported total income of £27k and reported expenditure of £35k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited registered as a charity?

Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 October 1963 as charity number 224084. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited?

Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited operate?

Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited operates in Leeds City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Leeds Philosophical And Literary Society Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 224084.

Details

Address
Leeds Phil and Lit Society
C/O The City Museum
Cookridge Street
LEEDS
West Yorkshire
LS2 8BH
Registration Date
31 October 1963
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
224084
Charity Number
224084

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Trustees

Alexander James Taylor
Anne Susan Braithwaite
BRIAN SELBY
Caroline Allison
Clare Jane Mitchell
Dr Christine Ruth Holdstock
George Sykes
HELEN ANNE KEMP
Professor George Eric Blair BSC PHD

Sectors & Classifications

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