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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

Grants

The British Iris Society makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
individuals
Total spending (2024)
£5,793
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£9,639
Latest Expenditure
£5,793

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 60.1%
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

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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

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
11 January 1971
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
261896
Charity Number
261896

Trustees

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

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2 November 2026
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