Spalding Gentlemen's Society
Hold and preserve collections of local and historical interest and extensive library, all available for public viewing and academic research
Activities & Mission
Hold and preserve collections of local and historical interest and extensive library, all available for public viewing and academic research
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 64% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 260). How is this calculated?
Higher than 71% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 67% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £796,121 | £786,298 | £785,067 | £1,540,788 | £663,988 | 2 / 50 |
| 2024 | £719,435 | £780,044 | £780,044 | £1,522,028 | £40,032 | 2 / 50 |
| 2023 | £120,222 | £213,490 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £966,127 | £140,631 | £140,631 | £1,648,709 | £257,355 | 1 / 60 |
| 2021 | £134,106 | £88,100 | 0 / 55 |
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Frequently asked questions about Spalding Gentlemen's Society
What does Spalding Gentlemen's Society do?
Hold and preserve collections of local and historical interest and extensive library, all available for public viewing and academic research
How much income did Spalding Gentlemen's Society report in 2025?
Spalding Gentlemen's Society reported total income of £796k and reported expenditure of £786k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Spalding Gentlemen's Society?
Spalding Gentlemen's Society has a program ratio of 98.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 64% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 260 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Spalding Gentlemen's Society registered as a charity?
Spalding Gentlemen's Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 April 1963 as charity number 216131. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Spalding Gentlemen's Society?
Spalding Gentlemen's Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Spalding Gentlemen's Society operate?
Spalding Gentlemen's Society operates in Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Spalding Gentlemen's Society a registered charity?
Yes — Spalding Gentlemen's Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 216131.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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