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Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society

Also known as: M S a S

We provide a weekly meeting programme and operate the J.A. Jones Hoober Observatory where we run a Community Access Programme. We also undertake outreach visits to school and community groups.

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Activities & Mission

We provide a weekly meeting programme and operate the J.A. Jones Hoober Observatory where we run a Community Access Programme. We also undertake outreach visits to school and community groups.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£8,004
Latest Expenditure
£6,620

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 82.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 82.7%
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 2021.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2021
£16,318
£2,9180 / 40

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society

What does Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society do?

We provide a weekly meeting programme and operate the J.A. Jones Hoober Observatory where we run a Community Access Programme. We also undertake outreach visits to school and community groups.

How much income did Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society report in 2021?

Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society reported total income of £16k and reported expenditure of £3k for the financial year ending 2021, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society registered as a charity?

Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 August 1997 as charity number 1064103. It has been registered for 29 years.

Who runs Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society?

Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR LES MARSDEN FRAS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society operate?

Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society operates across 5 areas, including Barnsley, City Of Wakefield, Doncaster and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society a registered charity?

Yes — Mexborough And Swinton Astronomical Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1064103.

Details

Address
147 QUEEN STREET
SWINTON
MEXBOROUGH
S64 8NG
Website
msas.org.uk
Registration Date
26 August 1997
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3938799
Charity Number
1064103

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Trustees

MR LES MARSDEN FRAS Chair
Edward Bothamley
GLENN MICHAEL JOHN MARSDEN
Kristian Keith Hudson-Lee
Laurence Alfred Horrocks-Barlow
MICHAEL KERRY COLLINSON
MR TONY MORRIS
Paul D'Silva
Also governs 1 other charity
PHILIP JOHN MUFFETT
ROY GUNSON
SHAUN O'DELL FRAS
Thomas Peter Wade

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • M S a S

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