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South Downs Planetarium

Promote - science & technology particularly to children of all ages and the public understanding of science to all.

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Activities & Mission

Promote - science & technology particularly to children of all ages and the public understanding of science to all.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£117,568
Latest Expenditure
£123,532

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 105.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 105.1%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£117,568
£123,5320 / 52
2024
£131,241
£93,6150 / 44
2023
£91,543
£93,1000 / 44
2022
£77,499
£130,2300 / 45
2021
£62,858
£91,0620 / 42

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about South Downs Planetarium

What does South Downs Planetarium do?

Promote - science & technology particularly to children of all ages and the public understanding of science to all.

How much income did South Downs Planetarium report in 2025?

South Downs Planetarium reported total income of £118k and reported expenditure of £124k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was South Downs Planetarium registered as a charity?

South Downs Planetarium was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 April 2003 as charity number 1096869. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs South Downs Planetarium?

South Downs Planetarium is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANN ELIZABETH MILLS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does South Downs Planetarium operate?

South Downs Planetarium operates in West Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is South Downs Planetarium a registered charity?

Yes — South Downs Planetarium is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1096869.

Details

Address
SIR PATRICK MOORE BUILDING
KINGSHAM FARM
KINGSHAM ROAD
CHICHESTER
WEST SUSSEX
PO19 8RP
Registration Date
4 April 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3999280
Charity Number
1096869

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Trustees

ANN ELIZABETH MILLS Chair
DR JOHN WILLIAM MASON MBE
Also governs 1 other charity
ROBERT KIRK BA

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30 July 2026
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