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The Arts Society Woodbridge

Also known as: Deben Decorative and Fine Arts Society, D.d.f.a.s.

Active arts society based in Woodbridge, Suffolk with over 400 members. Ten lectures each year on fine art subjects and decorative design, each with attendances of over 200 people at each lecture. Hold local study days, visits and holidays to UK and abroad. Supports Church Recorders, Church Trails and Young Art projects for local schools.

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Activities & Mission

Active arts society based in Woodbridge, Suffolk with over 400 members. Ten lectures each year on fine art subjects and decorative design, each with attendances of over 200 people at each lecture. Hold local study days, visits and holidays to UK and abroad. Supports Church Recorders, Church Trails and Young Art projects for local schools.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£27,979
Latest Expenditure
£25,627

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 91.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 91.6%
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
£27,979
£25,6270 / 6
2024
£26,880
£23,5460 / 6
2023
£21,088
£23,7380 / 10
2022
£21,010
£23,3000 / 10
2021
£16,100
£12,4440 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Arts Society Woodbridge

What does The Arts Society Woodbridge do?

Active arts society based in Woodbridge, Suffolk with over 400 members. Ten lectures each year on fine art subjects and decorative design, each with attendances of over 200 people at each lecture. Hold local study days, visits and holidays to UK and abroad. Supports Church Recorders, Church Trails and Young Art projects for local schools.

How much income did The Arts Society Woodbridge report in 2025?

The Arts Society Woodbridge reported total income of £28k and reported expenditure of £26k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Arts Society Woodbridge registered as a charity?

The Arts Society Woodbridge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 June 2003 as charity number 1098175. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs The Arts Society Woodbridge?

The Arts Society Woodbridge is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Arts Society Woodbridge operate?

The Arts Society Woodbridge operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Arts Society Woodbridge a registered charity?

Yes — The Arts Society Woodbridge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1098175.

Details

Address
Carrick House
The Grove
Melton
WOODBRIDGE
Suffolk
IP12 1FD
Registration Date
24 June 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3998263
Charity Number
1098175

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Trustees

Anne Barratt
Anne Gartley
Also governs 1 other charity
Carolyn Jill Dicken
Claire Harrington
Dr Julia Ratcliffe
Dr Nigel Christopher Gibbons
Nigel Paul Barratt
Patricia Findley
Also governs 1 other charity
Professor Alexandra Carter

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Deben Decorative and Fine Arts Society
  • D.d.f.a.s.

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14 May 2026
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