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Royal Entomological Society Of London

Also known as: Royal Entomological Society

Our aim is to improve/disseminate knowledge of insect science. We organise meetings of a general/specialist nature where scientific knowledge is presented. The relationship of insects to ecology, conservation, food, animal or human health being a part of the science. We publish academic journals and identification guides for the general public and scientists. Our membership is international

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Activities & Mission

Our aim is to improve/disseminate knowledge of insect science. We organise meetings of a general/specialist nature where scientific knowledge is presented. The relationship of insects to ecology, conservation, food, animal or human health being a part of the science. We publish academic journals and identification guides for the general public and scientists. Our membership is international

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
£1,538,653
Latest Expenditure
£1,666,510

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 96.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 66% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 89.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 31% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 11.2%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 29% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £13,619
Charitable Activities £1,262,375
Other Trading £9,890
Investments £237,902
Other Income £14,867

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,490,781
Raising Funds £175,729
Governance £11,237
Grants to Institutions £20,000
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£1,538,653
£1,666,510£1,490,781£21,373,940£21,257,84219 / 34
2024
£1,654,409
£1,776,908£1,576,718£20,756,860£20,631,76217 / 55
2023
£1,581,695
£1,499,602£1,495,272£19,006,657£18,878,89214 / 125
2022
£1,207,380
£1,086,198£986,198£19,544,582£19,544,58811 / 100
2021
£1,134,953
£955,343£955,343£19,258,480£19,258,48010 / 100

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Royal Entomological Society Of London

What does Royal Entomological Society Of London do?

Our aim is to improve/disseminate knowledge of insect science. We organise meetings of a general/specialist nature where scientific knowledge is presented. The relationship of insects to ecology, conservation, food, animal or human health being a part of the science. We publish academic journals and identification guides for the general public and scientists. Our membership is international

How much income did Royal Entomological Society Of London report in 2025?

Royal Entomological Society Of London reported total income of £1.54m and reported expenditure of £1.67m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Royal Entomological Society Of London?

Royal Entomological Society Of London has a program ratio of 96.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 66% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Royal Entomological Society Of London registered as a charity?

Royal Entomological Society Of London was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 November 1962 as charity number 213620. It has been registered for 64 years.

Who runs Royal Entomological Society Of London?

Royal Entomological Society Of London is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Jane Stout. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Royal Entomological Society Of London operate?

Royal Entomological Society Of London operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Royal Entomological Society Of London a registered charity?

Yes — Royal Entomological Society Of London is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 213620.

Details

Address
The Royal Entomological Society
The Mansion House
Chiswell Green Lane
ST. ALBANS
AL2 3NS
Registration Date
28 November 1962
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
213620
Charity Number
213620

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Trustees

Professor Jane Stout Chair
Anastasia Uglow
Dr ALLAN DOUGLAS WATT
Dr GUDBJORG INGA ARADOTTIR
Dr Hayley Jones
Dr Heather Campbell
Dr Liam Crowley
Dr Rebecca Anne Farley-Brown
Dr RICHARD HARRINGTON
Dr SHAUN LESLIE WINTERTON
Musonda Moses
PROFESSOR MICHAEL BONSALL
Professor Seirian Rose Sumner

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Royal Entomological Society

Data & trust

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14 May 2026
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