Oxford Historical Society
The Oxford Historical Society publishes archives, historical texts, and bibliographical tools about the history of Oxford (both the City and the University) and about the neighbouring villages & towns (following the boundaries of pre-1972 Oxfordshire). To date it has published 149 volumes, most of these dating from Georgian and earlier periods.
Activities & Mission
The Oxford Historical Society publishes archives, historical texts, and bibliographical tools about the history of Oxford (both the City and the University) and about the neighbouring villages & towns (following the boundaries of pre-1972 Oxfordshire). To date it has published 149 volumes, most of these dating from Georgian and earlier periods.
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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.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2022.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | £16,848 | £164 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £18,763 | £25 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2020 | £10,795 | £2,675 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Oxford Historical Society
What does Oxford Historical Society do?
The Oxford Historical Society publishes archives, historical texts, and bibliographical tools about the history of Oxford (both the City and the University) and about the neighbouring villages & towns (following the boundaries of pre-1972 Oxfordshire). To date it has published 149 volumes, most of these dating from Georgian and earlier periods.
How much income did Oxford Historical Society report in 2022?
Oxford Historical Society reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £164.00 for the financial year ending 2022, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Oxford Historical Society registered as a charity?
Oxford Historical Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 December 2003 as charity number 1101069. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Oxford Historical Society?
Oxford Historical Society is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor William Hadden Whyte. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Oxford Historical Society operate?
Oxford Historical Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Oxford Historical Society a registered charity?
Yes — Oxford Historical Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1101069.
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