Royal College Of Surgeons Of England
The College is involved in a wide range of activities that influence and support the professional development of surgeons and the delivery of surgical services. These activities include monitoring the progress of trainees; running examinations for trainees; running courses for surgeons throughout their career; and awarding research fellowships.
Activities & Mission
The College is involved in a wide range of activities that influence and support the professional development of surgeons and the delivery of surgical services. These activities include monitoring the progress of trainees; running examinations for trainees; running courses for surgeons throughout their career; and awarding research fellowships.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 20% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 320). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 18% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £43,722,000 | £43,790,000 | £37,846,000 | £144,322,000 | £23,186,000 | 291 / 1292 |
| 2024 | £35,134,000 | £35,221,000 | £33,483,000 | £145,164,000 | £24,735,000 | 262 / 1142 |
| 2023 | £33,545,000 | £36,109,000 | £30,090,000 | £135,034,000 | £21,849,000 | 239 / 903 |
| 2022 | £28,084,000 | £34,446,000 | £26,867,000 | £137,487,000 | £21,422,000 | 226 / 750 |
| 2021 | £26,920,000 | £29,565,000 | £24,609,000 | £145,091,000 | £26,274,000 | 225 / 333 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Royal College Of Surgeons Of England
What does Royal College Of Surgeons Of England do?
The College is involved in a wide range of activities that influence and support the professional development of surgeons and the delivery of surgical services. These activities include monitoring the progress of trainees; running examinations for trainees; running courses for surgeons throughout their career; and awarding research fellowships.
How much income did Royal College Of Surgeons Of England report in 2025?
Royal College Of Surgeons Of England reported total income of £43.72m and reported expenditure of £43.79m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Royal College Of Surgeons Of England?
Royal College Of Surgeons Of England has a program ratio of 86.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 20% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 320 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Royal College Of Surgeons Of England registered as a charity?
Royal College Of Surgeons Of England was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 March 1963 as charity number 212808. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Royal College Of Surgeons Of England?
Royal College Of Surgeons Of England is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal College Of Surgeons Of England operate?
Royal College Of Surgeons Of England operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Royal College Of Surgeons Of England a registered charity?
Yes — Royal College Of Surgeons Of England is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 212808.
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ENGLAND
38-43 LINCOLN'S INN FIELDS
LONDON
WC2A 3PE
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