Palaeontographical Society

The Society promotes the knowledge of and research into UK fossils, by means of the publication of monographs, the organisation of meetings, and the provision of a small number of grants.

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Activities & Mission

The Society promotes the knowledge of and research into UK fossils, by means of the publication of monographs, the organisation of meetings, and the provision of a small number of grants.

Grants

Palaeontographical Society is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to: individuals
Total spending (2025): £27,017; Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps: the general public
What it supports: education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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.

Country

Northern Ireland Scotland

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£26,959

Latest Expenditure

£27,017

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 100.2%

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£26,959	£27,017	0 / 0
2024	£26,543	£34,175	0 / 5
2023	£31,868	£11,404	0 / 0
2022	£30,607	£25,601	0 / 0
2021	£19,875	£3,503	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Palaeontographical Society

What does Palaeontographical Society do?

The Society promotes the knowledge of and research into UK fossils, by means of the publication of monographs, the organisation of meetings, and the provision of a small number of grants.

How much income did Palaeontographical Society report in 2025?

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

When was Palaeontographical Society registered as a charity?

Palaeontographical Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 April 1964 as charity number 228372. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs Palaeontographical Society?

Palaeontographical Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr CAROLINE JANE BUTTLER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Palaeontographical Society operate?

Palaeontographical Society operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Palaeontographical Society a registered charity?

Yes — Palaeontographical Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 228372.