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Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield

The Sorby Natural History Society is the Natural History society for the Sheffield City region, providing education, research and publications, including biological and geological recording of wildlife, habitats, rocks and landscapes. Operates mostly in Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and the Peak District.

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Activities & Mission

The Sorby Natural History Society is the Natural History society for the Sheffield City region, providing education, research and publications, including biological and geological recording of wildlife, habitats, rocks and landscapes. Operates mostly in Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and the Peak District.

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

Latest Income
£8,363
Latest Expenditure
£6,768

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 80.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 80.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Frequently asked questions about Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield

What does Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield do?

The Sorby Natural History Society is the Natural History society for the Sheffield City region, providing education, research and publications, including biological and geological recording of wildlife, habitats, rocks and landscapes. Operates mostly in Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and the Peak District.

When was Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield registered as a charity?

Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 November 1986 as charity number 518234. It has been registered for 40 years.

Who runs Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield?

Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield 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 Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield operate?

Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield operates across 10 areas, including Barnsley, Cheshire East, City Of Wakefield and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield a registered charity?

Yes — Sorby Natural History Society Sheffield is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 518234.

Details

Address
152 Dobbin Hill
Ecclesall
SHEFFIELD
S11 7JG
Registration Date
17 November 1986
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
518234
Charity Number
518234

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Trustees

ALISTAIR SCOTT MCLEAN
Andrew Keith Darby
ANTHONY BRIAN LOY
Derek Whiteley
Gerard Joseph Firkins
Helen Elizabeth Boyce
James Pablo Flanagan
MICHAEL HOLMES
ROBERT JAMES CROXTON
Roger Antony Butterfield

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