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The Bcn Society

Working Parties to maintain condition of Canal and surroundingsPublic events to introduce and educate residents and visitors to CanalsProvide speakers to organisations to cover History of CanalsJoint custody and operation of two Historic Canal Craft for public education and interest

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Activities & Mission

Working Parties to maintain condition of Canal and surroundingsPublic events to introduce and educate residents and visitors to CanalsProvide speakers to organisations to cover History of CanalsJoint custody and operation of two Historic Canal Craft for public education and interest

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
£36,727
Latest Expenditure
£28,791

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 78.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 78.4%
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
£36,727
£28,7910 / 75
2024
£34,750
£59,5620 / 50
2023
£26,093
£28,7640 / 25
2022
£21,608
£28,5990 / 25
2021
£17,130
£24,2960 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Bcn Society

What does The Bcn Society do?

Working Parties to maintain condition of Canal and surroundingsPublic events to introduce and educate residents and visitors to CanalsProvide speakers to organisations to cover History of CanalsJoint custody and operation of two Historic Canal Craft for public education and interest

How much income did The Bcn Society report in 2025?

The Bcn Society reported total income of £37k and reported expenditure of £29k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Bcn Society registered as a charity?

The Bcn Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 April 2002 as charity number 1091760. It has been registered for 24 years.

Who runs The Bcn Society?

The Bcn Society is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Bcn Society operate?

The Bcn Society operates across 6 areas, including Birmingham City, Dudley, Sandwell and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Bcn Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Bcn Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1091760.

Details

Address
10 MEADOWCROFT
WHITCHURCH
SY13 1BD
Registration Date
26 April 2002
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3989983
Charity Number
1091760

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Trustees

Joanna Powell Anson
MARTIN JOHN O'KEEFE
Michael Anson
Michael Smith Keary
Philip Wild

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