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South West Maritime History Society CIO

South West Maritime History Society was founded in 1984. Its aims are to encourage interest in all aspects of our maritime heritage and to promote research in these fields, leading where possible to the publication of the result of such studies. We hold a number of meetings each year throughout the South West Region, enabling our members and friends to visit many places of maritime interest.

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Activities & Mission

South West Maritime History Society was founded in 1984. Its aims are to encourage interest in all aspects of our maritime heritage and to promote research in these fields, leading where possible to the publication of the result of such studies. We hold a number of meetings each year throughout the South West Region, enabling our members and friends to visit many places of maritime interest.

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
£6,780
Latest Expenditure
£5,264

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 77.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 77.6%
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
£6,780
£5,2640 / 10
2024
£7,399
£5,3330 / 10

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Frequently asked questions about South West Maritime History Society CIO

What does South West Maritime History Society CIO do?

South West Maritime History Society was founded in 1984. Its aims are to encourage interest in all aspects of our maritime heritage and to promote research in these fields, leading where possible to the publication of the result of such studies. We hold a number of meetings each year throughout the South West Region, enabling our members and friends to visit many places of maritime interest.

How much income did South West Maritime History Society CIO report in 2025?

South West Maritime History Society CIO reported total income of £7k and reported expenditure of £5k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was South West Maritime History Society CIO registered as a charity?

South West Maritime History Society CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 January 2023 as charity number 1201730. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs South West Maritime History Society CIO?

South West Maritime History Society CIO is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jonathan Turner. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does South West Maritime History Society CIO operate?

South West Maritime History Society CIO operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is South West Maritime History Society CIO a registered charity?

Yes — South West Maritime History Society CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1201730.

Details

Address
9 Wallaford Road
BUCKFASTLEIGH
TQ11 0AR
Registration Date
26 January 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5207484
Charity Number
1201730

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Trustees

Jonathan Turner Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Anne Pond
Dr Adrian Webb
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Dr Elaine Murphy
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Dr James Davey
Maggie Anne Watkinson
MARTIN HAZELL
Michael Duffy
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Michael Williams
Paul George WRIGHT
Philip Northcott

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