The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited
Also known as: Derc, Dorset Environmental Records Centre
The principal activity of the charity is the advancement of public education in the natural history and geology of Dorset.
Activities & Mission
The principal activity of the charity is the advancement of public education in the natural history and geology of Dorset.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £277,083 | £240,699 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £283,259 | £269,634 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £228,514 | £247,049 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £274,222 | £183,080 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £173,016 | £168,865 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited
What does The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited do?
The principal activity of the charity is the advancement of public education in the natural history and geology of Dorset.
How much income did The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited report in 2025?
The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited reported total income of £277k and reported expenditure of £241k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited registered as a charity?
The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 January 1990 as charity number 900287. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited?
The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is KEVIN GRAEME COOK. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited operate?
The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Dorset Environmental Records Centre Trust Company Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 900287.
Details
Bridport Road
Dorchester
DT1 1RP
Registry Information
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Derc
- Dorset Environmental Records Centre
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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