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The Church Of England Record Society

Also known as: C O E R S, Coers

The Society was founded with the object of promoting interest in and knowledge of the history of the Church of England from the sixteenth century onwards. The Society aims to do this through an annual lecture and by publishing primary material of significance for the history of the Church of England, whether in the form of letters, diaries, treatises, visitation articles, or other documents.

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Activities & Mission

The Society was founded with the object of promoting interest in and knowledge of the history of the Church of England from the sixteenth century onwards. The Society aims to do this through an annual lecture and by publishing primary material of significance for the history of the Church of England, whether in the form of letters, diaries, treatises, visitation articles, or other 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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£10,690
Latest Expenditure
£14,323

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 134.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 134.0%
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
£10,690
£14,3230 / 0
2023
£11,287
£5,6580 / 1
2022
£11,375
£13,0880 / 1
2020
£15,978
£15,1510 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Church Of England Record Society

What does The Church Of England Record Society do?

The Society was founded with the object of promoting interest in and knowledge of the history of the Church of England from the sixteenth century onwards. The Society aims to do this through an annual lecture and by publishing primary material of significance for the history of the Church of England, whether in the form of letters, diaries, treatises, visitation articles, or other documents.

How much income did The Church Of England Record Society report in 2024?

The Church Of England Record Society reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £14k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Church Of England Record Society registered as a charity?

The Church Of England Record Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 August 1992 as charity number 1013701. It has been registered for 34 years.

Who runs The Church Of England Record Society?

The Church Of England Record Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Alexander Gray Ryrie. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Church Of England Record Society operate?

The Church Of England Record Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Church Of England Record Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Church Of England Record Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1013701.

Details

Address
MERTON COLLEGE
MERTON STREET
OXFORD
OX1 4JD
Registration Date
14 August 1992
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1013701
Charity Number
1013701

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Trustees

Professor Alexander Gray Ryrie Chair
Dr David James Crankshaw
Dr Gareth Atkins
Dr Harriet Katharine Lyon
Dr Jacqueline Rose
Dr Joshua Maxwell Redford Bennett
Dr Mark Byford
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Rebecca Jane Warren
Professor Hilary Mary Carey
Professor John Robert David Coffey
Also governs 1 other charity
Very Rev Dr David Michael Hoyle

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • C O E R S
  • Coers

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