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The Charles Lamb Society

Holds meetings and publishes research in the Charles Lamb Bulletin. Makes available to the public (at Guildhall Library in the City of London and the Guildhall Art Gallery) a collection of books, manuscripts and other material related to Lamb and his circle. Makes grants to universities and other bodies for bursaries for students attending conferences relating to Lamb's works and period.

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Activities & Mission

Holds meetings and publishes research in the Charles Lamb Bulletin. Makes available to the public (at Guildhall Library in the City of London and the Guildhall Art Gallery) a collection of books, manuscripts and other material related to Lamb and his circle. Makes grants to universities and other bodies for bursaries for students attending conferences relating to Lamb's works and period.

Grants

The Charles Lamb Society makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2022)
£7,485
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science

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
£7,170
Latest Expenditure
£7,485

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 104.4%
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 2022.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2022
£12,345
£9,1980 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Charles Lamb Society

What does The Charles Lamb Society do?

Holds meetings and publishes research in the Charles Lamb Bulletin. Makes available to the public (at Guildhall Library in the City of London and the Guildhall Art Gallery) a collection of books, manuscripts and other material related to Lamb and his circle. Makes grants to universities and other bodies for bursaries for students attending conferences relating to Lamb's works and period.

How much income did The Charles Lamb Society report in 2022?

The Charles Lamb Society reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2022, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Charles Lamb Society registered as a charity?

The Charles Lamb Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 2018 as charity number 1176897. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs The Charles Lamb Society?

The Charles Lamb Society is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr FELICITY RUTH JAMES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Charles Lamb Society operate?

The Charles Lamb Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Charles Lamb Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Charles Lamb Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1176897.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
30 January 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5115642
Charity Number
1176897

Trustees

Dr FELICITY RUTH JAMES Chair
Dr Adam Barton Neikirk
Dr Edward John Patrick Weech
Dr Helen Mary Goodman
Dr Jane Veronica Strachan
Dr Paul Robertson Stephens
Professor John Gardner
Professor John Strachan
Professor Susan Oliver
ROBIN MICHAEL HEALEY

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