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Subterranea Britannica

Also known as: Sub Brit

The principal activity of Subterranea Britannica is to encourage and promote the study of all aspects of man-made and man-used underground spaces, structures and objects.

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Activities & Mission

The principal activity of Subterranea Britannica is to encourage and promote the study of all aspects of man-made and man-used underground spaces, structures and objects.

Grants

Subterranea Britannica makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£26,607
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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.

Show all 17 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£31,300
Latest Expenditure
£26,607

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 85.0%
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
£31,300
£26,6070 / 30
2024
£66,737
£70,2200 / 30
2023
£61,200
£54,3120 / 30
2022
£65,602
£62,5010 / 30
2021
£33,447
£41,6410 / 30

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Frequently asked questions about Subterranea Britannica

What does Subterranea Britannica do?

The principal activity of Subterranea Britannica is to encourage and promote the study of all aspects of man-made and man-used underground spaces, structures and objects.

How much income did Subterranea Britannica report in 2025?

Subterranea Britannica reported total income of £31k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Subterranea Britannica registered as a charity?

Subterranea Britannica was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 April 2011 as charity number 1141524. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs Subterranea Britannica?

Subterranea Britannica is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Timothy John Wellburn. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Subterranea Britannica operate?

Subterranea Britannica operates across 17 areas, including Belgium, France, Germany and 14 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Subterranea Britannica a registered charity?

Yes — Subterranea Britannica is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1141524.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
19 April 2011
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5009606
Charity Number
1141524

Trustees

Timothy John Wellburn Chair
David Maguire
Dr Neil James Iosson
LINDA JANE DIXON
Richard John Charles West
Rikki Holland

Also Known As

  • Sub Brit

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