The Arts Society Stour Valley
Also known as: The Arts Society Sudbury, The Sudbury Decorative and Fine Arts Society
Because of Covid our activities were mostly online, shared with our sister society, South Suffolk. We had our usual 9 monthly lectures with 2 bonus lectures in July and December. We had 3 special interest lectures and 3 Zoom and 2 actual visits, to Elton Hall and Chatham Docks. Contact with non-email users was by phone and post including a 2 edition newsletter. Live lectures start again in 2022.
Activities & Mission
Because of Covid our activities were mostly online, shared with our sister society, South Suffolk. We had our usual 9 monthly lectures with 2 bonus lectures in July and December. We had 3 special interest lectures and 3 Zoom and 2 actual visits, to Elton Hall and Chatham Docks. Contact with non-email users was by phone and post including a 2 edition newsletter. Live lectures start again in 2022.
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
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £20,855 | £18,210 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2024 | £20,256 | £17,047 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2023 | £14,529 | £14,008 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Arts Society Stour Valley
What does The Arts Society Stour Valley do?
Because of Covid our activities were mostly online, shared with our sister society, South Suffolk. We had our usual 9 monthly lectures with 2 bonus lectures in July and December. We had 3 special interest lectures and 3 Zoom and 2 actual visits, to Elton Hall and Chatham Docks. Contact with non-email users was by phone and post including a 2 edition newsletter. Live lectures start again in 2022.
How much income did The Arts Society Stour Valley report in 2025?
The Arts Society Stour Valley reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Arts Society Stour Valley registered as a charity?
The Arts Society Stour Valley was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 July 2008 as charity number 1125294. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Arts Society Stour Valley?
The Arts Society Stour Valley is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Edward Upcher Ashton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Arts Society Stour Valley operate?
The Arts Society Stour Valley operates across 2 areas: Essex and Suffolk.
Is The Arts Society Stour Valley a registered charity?
Yes — The Arts Society Stour Valley is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1125294.
Details
Skates Hill
Glemsford
SUDBURY
Suffolk
CO10 7SH
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Also Known As
- The Arts Society Sudbury
- The Sudbury Decorative and Fine Arts Society
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