The British Record Society
Also known as: British Record Society Limited, Index Library
Publication of (1) indexes to probate records, (2) hearth tax returns, and (3) other abstracts, indexes or calendars of significant historical records or documents
Activities & Mission
Publication of (1) indexes to probate records, (2) hearth tax returns, and (3) other abstracts, indexes or calendars of significant historical records or documents
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.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2023 — English Records Collections (trust) (organisation 1006816)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £16,517 | £24,875 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £16,332 | £9,635 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £13,414 | £6,723 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £112,195 | £6,989 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £21,024 | £15,773 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The British Record Society
What does The British Record Society do?
Publication of (1) indexes to probate records, (2) hearth tax returns, and (3) other abstracts, indexes or calendars of significant historical records or documents
How much income did The British Record Society report in 2024?
The British Record Society reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The British Record Society registered as a charity?
The British Record Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 September 1966 as charity number 248874. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The British Record Society?
The British Record Society is governed by a board of 15 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The British Record Society operate?
The British Record Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The British Record Society a registered charity?
Yes — The British Record Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 248874.
Details
130 Queen Victoria Street
LONDON
EC4V 4BT
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Also Known As
- British Record Society Limited
- Index Library
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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