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The British Iris Society

To further the growing of irises and to support the trial and selection of new varieties.To support the training of keen iris gardeners

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Activities & Mission

To further the growing of irises and to support the trial and selection of new varieties.To support the training of keen iris gardeners

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£12,198
Latest Expenditure
£7,470

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 61.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 61.2%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£12,198
£7,4700 / 10
2023
£14,597
£7,0150 / 25
2022
£13,568
£14,9450 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The British Iris Society

What does The British Iris Society do?

To further the growing of irises and to support the trial and selection of new varieties.To support the training of keen iris gardeners

How much income did The British Iris Society report in 2024?

The British Iris Society reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The British Iris Society registered as a charity?

The British Iris Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 January 1971 as charity number 261896. It has been registered for 55 years.

Who runs The British Iris Society?

The British Iris Society is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is RACHEL WILCOX. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The British Iris Society operate?

The British Iris Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The British Iris Society a registered charity?

Yes — The British Iris Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 261896.

Details

Address
40 WILLOW PARK
OTFORD
SEVENOAKS
TN14 5NF
Registration Date
11 January 1971
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
261896
Charity Number
261896

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Trustees

RACHEL WILCOX Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
CHRISTOPHER LEONARD TOWERS
Also governs 1 other charity
Clare Waight Keller
Jake Croft
Jeremy John Handy
JILLIAN ANN WHITEHEAD
John Kenyon Milner
Joseph Oliver Dalleywater

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Register data refreshed
14 May 2026
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