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The British Omani Society

Also known as: The Anglo-Omani Society

To advance the education of the British public and Omani nationals by promoting learning & knowledge of Oman and the UK, their people, history, geography, economies and all aspects of their wider cultures, religions & customs by arranging lectures & meetings which may be open to the public; and by providing educational assistance through financial and logistical support in either country.

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Activities & Mission

To advance the education of the British public and Omani nationals by promoting learning & knowledge of Oman and the UK, their people, history, geography, economies and all aspects of their wider cultures, religions & customs by arranging lectures & meetings which may be open to the public; and by providing educational assistance through financial and logistical support in either country.

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

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£394,015
Latest Expenditure
£469,770

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 71.4%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 46% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 94.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 44% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 9.3%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 33% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £16,324
Charitable Activities £7,500
Other Trading £0
Investments £426,144
Other Income £213,808

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £474,106
Raising Funds £25,541
Governance £20,917
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£394,015
£469,7700 / 3
2024
£456,943
£508,5830 / 0
2023
£663,776
£499,647£474,106£17,656,428£2,656,4284 / 0
2022
£488,300
£588,6850 / 0
2021
£522,781
£462,557£434,101£21,195,001£04 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The British Omani Society

What does The British Omani Society do?

To advance the education of the British public and Omani nationals by promoting learning & knowledge of Oman and the UK, their people, history, geography, economies and all aspects of their wider cultures, religions & customs by arranging lectures & meetings which may be open to the public; and by providing educational assistance through financial and logistical support in either country.

How much income did The British Omani Society report in 2025?

The British Omani Society reported total income of £394k and reported expenditure of £470k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The British Omani Society?

The British Omani Society has a program ratio of 71.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 46% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The British Omani Society registered as a charity?

The British Omani Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 January 2009 as charity number 1127561. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs The British Omani Society?

The British Omani Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The British Omani Society operate?

The British Omani Society operates across 2 areas: Oman and City Of Westminster.

Is The British Omani Society a registered charity?

Yes — The British Omani Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1127561.

Details

Address
34 SACKVILLE STREET
LONDON
W1S 3ED
Registration Date
16 January 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4043423
Charity Number
1127561

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Trustees

Christopher Mark Breeze
Colonel Gordon Derek Allen QGM WKhM-G
Deborah Helen Martin
Elisabeth Patricia Mab Simpson
Lady SERENA CLARE BROWNE
Major General Richard James AEthelstan Stanford CB MBE
MARTYN CUTHBERT BISHOP
OLIVER EDWARD SIMON BLAKE
Riyad Kamal Mohamed Daud
Sarika Grace Suzanna Breeze
Scott Forsyth Dickson
Sheikh Ma'an Al Rawahi

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Anglo-Omani Society

Data & trust

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14 May 2026
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