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The Blackheath Society

We aim to preserve and enhance for the benefit of the public the features of Blackheath of particular beauty or historical and architectural interest; to protect its open spaces; to encourage high standards of planning and architecture in its new buildings; to promote improvements to the amenities of the area and to encourage appreciation of its character and history.

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Activities & Mission

We aim to preserve and enhance for the benefit of the public the features of Blackheath of particular beauty or historical and architectural interest; to protect its open spaces; to encourage high standards of planning and architecture in its new buildings; to promote improvements to the amenities of the area and to encourage appreciation of its character and history.

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
£70,435
Latest Expenditure
£71,590

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 12.4%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 33% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £10K to £100K (sample: 43). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £10K to £100K. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 0.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 74% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £10K to £100K. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £43,771
Charitable Activities £8,921
Other Trading £0
Investments £39,525
Other Income £632,583

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £90,157
Raising Funds £0
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£70,435
£71,5900 / 40
2023
£64,563
£77,0630 / 40
2022
£724,800
£90,157£90,157£644,730£608,3261 / 40

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Blackheath Society

What does The Blackheath Society do?

We aim to preserve and enhance for the benefit of the public the features of Blackheath of particular beauty or historical and architectural interest; to protect its open spaces; to encourage high standards of planning and architecture in its new buildings; to promote improvements to the amenities of the area and to encourage appreciation of its character and history.

How much income did The Blackheath Society report in 2024?

The Blackheath Society reported total income of £70k and reported expenditure of £72k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Blackheath Society?

The Blackheath Society has a program ratio of 12.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 33% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £10K to £100K (sample of 43 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Blackheath Society registered as a charity?

The Blackheath Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 October 2021 as charity number 1196292. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs The Blackheath Society?

The Blackheath Society is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAUL WATTS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Blackheath Society operate?

The Blackheath Society operates across 2 areas: Greenwich and Lewisham.

Is The Blackheath Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Blackheath Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1196292.

Details

Address
The Old Bakehouse
11 Blackheath Village
Blackheath
London
SE3 9LA
Registration Date
27 October 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5183623
Charity Number
1196292

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Trustees

PAUL WATTS Chair
Adam Oliver
Ana Sutherland
Dame Helen May REEVES
Diane Anna SUMMERS
Elizabeth WRIGHT
Henry Allan GRIFFIN
Howard John SHIELDS
John Barron
John Roy BARTRAM
Nicholas Patton
Nicola Peers
Also governs 1 other charity
Prof John Bellhouse SCHOFIELD
Sarah Elizabeth MANSFIELD

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