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The Arts Society York

Also known as: York Decorative and Fine Arts Society

For the promotion and advancement of education of the public, through the cultivation and study of the decorative and fine arts

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Activities & Mission

For the promotion and advancement of education of the public, through the cultivation and study of the decorative and fine arts

Grants

The Arts Society York makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2025)
£15,081
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 other defined groups
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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£18,793
Latest Expenditure
£15,081

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 80.2%
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
£18,793
£15,0810 / 1
2024
£21,819
£26,5020 / 5
2023
£23,866
£24,0670 / 7
2022
£13,427
£22,9410 / 11
2021
£16,823
£14,8760 / 18

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Frequently asked questions about The Arts Society York

What does The Arts Society York do?

For the promotion and advancement of education of the public, through the cultivation and study of the decorative and fine arts

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

The Arts Society York reported total income of £19k and reported expenditure of £15k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Arts Society York registered as a charity?

The Arts Society York was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 January 1981 as charity number 510912. It has been registered for 45 years.

Who runs The Arts Society York?

The Arts Society York is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rosemary Jane Ashby. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Arts Society York operate?

The Arts Society York operates in City Of York, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Arts Society York a registered charity?

Yes — The Arts Society York is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 510912.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
9 January 1981
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
510912
Charity Number
510912

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Trustees

Rosemary Jane Ashby Chair
Alistair Duncan Haldane
Also governs 1 other charity
CAROLYN MARGARET HAYNES
Also governs 2 other charities
Elisabeth Mary Haldane
Mary Currie Townsend

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • York Decorative and Fine Arts Society

Data & trust

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19 October 2026
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