The British Cardiovascular Society
Also known as: The British Cardiac Society
Set standards of clinical excellence for the benefit of patients; maintaining the highest standards in training, education and research; aims to be the primary source of professional advice and advocacy in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease, and engage with government, patient groups, research councils, funding bodies and industry.
Activities & Mission
Set standards of clinical excellence for the benefit of patients; maintaining the highest standards in training, education and research; aims to be the primary source of professional advice and advocacy in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease, and engage with government, patient groups, research councils, funding bodies and industry.
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.
Country
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 68% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 60% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 43% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £3,296,774 | £3,306,353 | £3,277,903 | £7,140,754 | £6,975,432 | 18 / 45 |
| 2023 | £2,824,252 | £2,960,044 | £2,932,621 | £6,787,504 | £6,662,365 | 17 / 53 |
| 2022 | £2,753,318 | £2,896,746 | £2,869,246 | £6,619,346 | £6,458,992 | 16 / 93 |
| 2021 | £2,278,351 | £2,261,686 | £2,233,323 | £7,479,072 | £7,417,606 | 18 / 83 |
| 2020 | £2,075,060 | £2,089,982 | £2,065,860 | £6,981,485 | £3,768,734 | 18 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The British Cardiovascular Society
What does The British Cardiovascular Society do?
Set standards of clinical excellence for the benefit of patients; maintaining the highest standards in training, education and research; aims to be the primary source of professional advice and advocacy in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease, and engage with government, patient groups, research councils, funding bodies and industry.
How much income did The British Cardiovascular Society report in 2024?
The British Cardiovascular Society reported total income of £3.30m and reported expenditure of £3.31m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The British Cardiovascular Society?
The British Cardiovascular Society has a program ratio of 99.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 68% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The British Cardiovascular Society registered as a charity?
The British Cardiovascular Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 August 2002 as charity number 1093321. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The British Cardiovascular Society?
The British Cardiovascular Society is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The British Cardiovascular Society operate?
The British Cardiovascular Society operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Is The British Cardiovascular Society a registered charity?
Yes — The British Cardiovascular Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1093321.
Details
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W1T 5HW
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The British Cardiac Society
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated