Pontefract Civic Society

Also known as: Pontefract and District Civic Trust

A non-political independent organisation monitoring planning, land use, regeneration, tourism, civic pride, heritage, and business, raising awareness to the people of Pontefract and district. Raising the profile of Pontefract as a place to live, work, do business and visit, by protecting and enhancing the environment.

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Activities & Mission

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

City Of Wakefield

Financial Information

Latest Income

£27,953

Latest Expenditure

£22,626

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 80.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 80.9%

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 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2016 — Pontefract Groups Together (organisation 4034040)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£27,953	£22,626	0 / 40
2023	£25,224	£19,174	0 / 27
2022	£25,898	£36,295	0 / 20
2021	£12,068	£15,918	0 / 25
2020	£19,360	£17,396	0 / 24

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Pontefract Civic Society

What does Pontefract Civic Society do?

How much income did Pontefract Civic Society report in 2024?

Pontefract Civic Society reported total income of £28k and reported expenditure of £23k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Pontefract Civic Society registered as a charity?

Pontefract Civic Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 February 1983 as charity number 513509. It has been registered for 43 years.

Who runs Pontefract Civic Society?

Pontefract Civic Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Kelvin John Wilkins. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Pontefract Civic Society operate?

Pontefract Civic Society operates in City Of Wakefield, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Pontefract Civic Society a registered charity?

Yes — Pontefract Civic Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 513509.