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The Dover Society

Also known as: Dsoc

The Charity covers Dover and surrounding parishes or wards and organises interesting talks tours and visits, about ten a year, for members and non members. The Society gives awards for improvements to the area, monitors planning proposals and supports, joins in or initiates civic projects and art events.

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Activities & Mission

The Charity covers Dover and surrounding parishes or wards and organises interesting talks tours and visits, about ten a year, for members and non members. The Society gives awards for improvements to the area, monitors planning proposals and supports, joins in or initiates civic projects and art events.

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

Latest Income
£8,357
Latest Expenditure
£9,099

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 108.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 108.9%
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
£11,226
£12,0100 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Dover Society

What does The Dover Society do?

The Charity covers Dover and surrounding parishes or wards and organises interesting talks tours and visits, about ten a year, for members and non members. The Society gives awards for improvements to the area, monitors planning proposals and supports, joins in or initiates civic projects and art events.

How much income did The Dover Society report in 2024?

The Dover Society reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Dover Society registered as a charity?

The Dover Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 August 1988 as charity number 299954. It has been registered for 38 years.

Who runs The Dover Society?

The Dover Society is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jennifer Anne Olpin. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Dover Society operate?

The Dover Society operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Dover Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Dover Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 299954.

Details

Address
71 CASTLE AVENUE
DOVER
CT16 1EZ
Registration Date
18 August 1988
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
299954
Charity Number
299954

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Trustees

Jennifer Anne Olpin Chair
ALAN LEE
ALAN SENCICLE
Benjamin George Elsey
Carol Duffield
Deborah Gasking
DEREK LEACH OBE
Graham Robert Margery
Also governs 1 other charity
Jane Christine Jones
JEAN MARSH
LESLEY ANN BURKE
Martyn Christopher Webster
Pamela Christine Male
PATRICK SHERRATT
Paul Wells
Also governs 1 other charity

Also Known As

  • Dsoc

Data & trust

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