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Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth

Also known as: Rasc

The Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth encourages the interchange of information about and the development of sustainable agriculture, forestry, and aquaculture and the rural environment throughout the Commonwealth.The principal objective is to hold a biennial Commonwealth Conference giving RASC members and other bodies the opportunity to explore mutual interests and problems.

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Activities & Mission

The Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth encourages the interchange of information about and the development of sustainable agriculture, forestry, and aquaculture and the rural environment throughout the Commonwealth.The principal objective is to hold a biennial Commonwealth Conference giving RASC members and other bodies the opportunity to explore mutual interests and problems.

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
£259,656
Latest Expenditure
£223,512

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 86.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 86.1%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£259,656
£223,5120 / 0
2023
£18,013
£15,9750 / 0
2022
£56,041
£9,7960 / 0
2021
£19,588
£2230 / 0
2020
£36,227
£72,4710 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth

What does Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth do?

The Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth encourages the interchange of information about and the development of sustainable agriculture, forestry, and aquaculture and the rural environment throughout the Commonwealth.The principal objective is to hold a biennial Commonwealth Conference giving RASC members and other bodies the opportunity to explore mutual interests and problems.

How much income did Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth report in 2024?

Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth reported total income of £260k and reported expenditure of £224k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth registered as a charity?

Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 December 2003 as charity number 1101337. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth?

Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth is governed by a board of 18 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth operate?

Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth a registered charity?

Yes — Royal Agricultural Society Of The Commonwealth is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1101337.

Details

Address
Royal Norfolk Agricultural Ass.
Norfolk Showground
Dereham Road
NORWICH
NR5 0TT
Registration Date
31 December 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4004339
Charity Number
1101337

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Trustees

Alan George Crowe
Aled Rhys Jones
ALLAN MURRAY
BREYTON DEVON MILFORD
Christopher Paul Riddle
DAVID THOMAS
GEOFFREY WILLIAM BURGESS
Also governs 1 other charity
Johannes Carel Ehlers
JOHN BENNETT
MR M LAMBERT
REBECCA JAYNE DAWES
SIMON ORPWOOD
Sir Nicholas Hickman Ponsonby Bacon Bt KCVO
Also governs 2 other charities
William F Arnot
William Hyde
WILLIAM PRICHARD

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Rasc

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