Society Of Antiquaries Of London
THE ENCOURAGEMENT, ADVANCEMENT AND FURTHERANCE OF THE STUDY AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE ANTIQUITIES AND HISTORY OF THIS AND OTHER COUNTRIES THROUGH CONSERVATION, RESEARCH AND DISSEMINATION.
Activities & Mission
THE ENCOURAGEMENT, ADVANCEMENT AND FURTHERANCE OF THE STUDY AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE ANTIQUITIES AND HISTORY OF THIS AND OTHER COUNTRIES THROUGH CONSERVATION, RESEARCH AND DISSEMINATION.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 85% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £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 | £2,642,435 | £3,651,669 | £2,867,446 | £19,961,729 | £3,378,663 | 53 / 150 |
| 2024 | £3,129,568 | £3,661,436 | £3,121,645 | £20,691,384 | £1,287,011 | 47 / 130 |
| 2023 | £2,532,080 | £3,111,343 | £2,525,839 | £20,117,770 | £5,808,553 | 44 / 135 |
| 2022 | £2,421,985 | £2,550,072 | £2,276,954 | £21,660,104 | £544,372 | 32 / 14 |
| 2021 | £3,357,182 | £2,317,244 | £2,051,297 | £21,327,046 | £661,495 | 31 / 12 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Society Of Antiquaries Of London
What does Society Of Antiquaries Of London do?
THE ENCOURAGEMENT, ADVANCEMENT AND FURTHERANCE OF THE STUDY AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE ANTIQUITIES AND HISTORY OF THIS AND OTHER COUNTRIES THROUGH CONSERVATION, RESEARCH AND DISSEMINATION.
How much income did Society Of Antiquaries Of London report in 2025?
Society Of Antiquaries Of London reported total income of £2.64m and reported expenditure of £3.65m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Society Of Antiquaries Of London?
Society Of Antiquaries Of London has a program ratio of 104.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 85% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Society Of Antiquaries Of London registered as a charity?
Society Of Antiquaries Of London was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 July 1963 as charity number 207237. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Society Of Antiquaries Of London?
Society Of Antiquaries Of London is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Prof Martin Millett. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Society Of Antiquaries Of London operate?
Society Of Antiquaries Of London operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Society Of Antiquaries Of London a registered charity?
Yes — Society Of Antiquaries Of London is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 207237.
Details
BURLINGTON HOUSE
PICCADILLY
LONDON
W1J 0BE
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Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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