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The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon

Also known as: South Devon Decorative & Fine Arts Society, The Arts Society South Devon, The Arts Society, Plymouth and South Devon, Sddfas

As a Member Society of the The Arts Society, the Society shall have as the objects the promotion and advancement of the aesthetic education of the public, the cultivation, appreciation and study of the decorative and fine arts, and the giving of aid to the preservation of our national artistic heritage for the benefit of the public.

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Activities & Mission

As a Member Society of the The Arts Society, the Society shall have as the objects the promotion and advancement of the aesthetic education of the public, the cultivation, appreciation and study of the decorative and fine arts, and the giving of aid to the preservation of our national artistic heritage for the benefit of the public.

Grants

The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£12,915
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science, the environment, conservation, or heritage, recreation and other charitable purposes

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£14,837
Latest Expenditure
£12,915

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 87.0%
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
£14,837
£12,9150 / 5
2024
£12,588
£14,7880 / 12
2023
£13,945
£14,9890 / 9
2022
£13,233
£13,3250 / 8

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon

What does The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon do?

As a Member Society of the The Arts Society, the Society shall have as the objects the promotion and advancement of the aesthetic education of the public, the cultivation, appreciation and study of the decorative and fine arts, and the giving of aid to the preservation of our national artistic heritage for the benefit of the public.

How much income did The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon report in 2025?

The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £13k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon registered as a charity?

The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 October 2013 as charity number 1154078. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon?

The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon operate?

The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon operates in Plymouth City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon a registered charity?

Yes — The Arts Society Plymouth & South Devon is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1154078.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
3 October 2013
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5039603
Charity Number
1154078

Trustees

Alasdair MacNaughtan
Also governs 1 other charity
Geoff Fisher
Henry Sells
Karen Sweeting
Lisa Jane Howlett
Also governs 1 other charity
Stephen Bernard Lewis

Also Known As

  • South Devon Decorative & Fine Arts Society
  • The Arts Society South Devon
  • The Arts Society, Plymouth and South Devon
  • Sddfas

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2 November 2026
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