The Dorothy L Sayers Society
Also known as: The Dorothy L Sayers Historical and Literary Society
PROMOTES PERFORMANCE & PUBLICATION OF SAYERS WORKS; MAINTAINS AN ARCHIVE FOR INFORMATION AND EDUCATION; COLLABORATES WITH DOROTHY L SAYERS CENTRE IN WITHAM AND WADE CENTER, WHEATON USA; AWARDS GRANTS TO YOUNG MUSICIAN, BELLRINGER, ACTOR, ROH APPRENTICE, AND RELEVANT OTHERS AS THEY ARISE. MEETINGS HELD IN UK, IN PERSON & BY ZOOM, SOMETIMES ALSO IN USA & EUROPE.
Activities & Mission
PROMOTES PERFORMANCE & PUBLICATION OF SAYERS WORKS; MAINTAINS AN ARCHIVE FOR INFORMATION AND EDUCATION; COLLABORATES WITH DOROTHY L SAYERS CENTRE IN WITHAM AND WADE CENTER, WHEATON USA; AWARDS GRANTS TO YOUNG MUSICIAN, BELLRINGER, ACTOR, ROH APPRENTICE, AND RELEVANT OTHERS AS THEY ARISE. MEETINGS HELD IN UK, IN PERSON & BY ZOOM, SOMETIMES ALSO IN USA & EUROPE.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2023.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £32,638 | £18,051 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £33,384 | £27,589 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £21,748 | £22,431 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £21,642 | £7,475 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2019 | £27,355 | £33,424 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Dorothy L Sayers Society
What does The Dorothy L Sayers Society do?
PROMOTES PERFORMANCE & PUBLICATION OF SAYERS WORKS; MAINTAINS AN ARCHIVE FOR INFORMATION AND EDUCATION; COLLABORATES WITH DOROTHY L SAYERS CENTRE IN WITHAM AND WADE CENTER, WHEATON USA; AWARDS GRANTS TO YOUNG MUSICIAN, BELLRINGER, ACTOR, ROH APPRENTICE, AND RELEVANT OTHERS AS THEY ARISE. MEETINGS HELD IN UK, IN PERSON & BY ZOOM, SOMETIMES ALSO IN USA & EUROPE.
How much income did The Dorothy L Sayers Society report in 2023?
The Dorothy L Sayers Society reported total income of £33k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Dorothy L Sayers Society registered as a charity?
The Dorothy L Sayers Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 September 1976 as charity number 272120. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs The Dorothy L Sayers Society?
The Dorothy L Sayers 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 Dorothy L Sayers Society operate?
The Dorothy L Sayers Society operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Dorothy L Sayers Society a registered charity?
Yes — The Dorothy L Sayers Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 272120.
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WITHAM
Essex
CM8 2FA
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- The Dorothy L Sayers Historical and Literary Society
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- 30 July 2026
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