The Downton Society
Our objectives are to stimulate interest in the village of Downton and its history, to encourage high standards of planning and to influence the preservation and improvement of historic sites and buildings in our village.
Activities & Mission
Our objectives are to stimulate interest in the village of Downton and its history, to encourage high standards of planning and to influence the preservation and improvement of historic sites and buildings in our village.
Grants
The Downton Society makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending
- £2,404
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the environment, conservation, or heritage
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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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.
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Frequently asked questions about The Downton Society
What does The Downton Society do?
Our objectives are to stimulate interest in the village of Downton and its history, to encourage high standards of planning and to influence the preservation and improvement of historic sites and buildings in our village.
When was The Downton Society registered as a charity?
The Downton Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 January 1975 as charity number 266639. It has been registered for 51 years.
Who runs The Downton Society?
The Downton Society is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Downton Society operate?
The Downton Society operates in Wiltshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Downton Society a registered charity?
Yes — The Downton Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 266639.
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Other notable Heritage charities
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- Royal Society for the Protection of BirdsIncome: £194,964,000
- The British Academy for the Promotion of Historical Philosophical and Philological StudiesIncome: £106,153,895
- The Woodland TrustIncome: £89,379,000
Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
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- How metrics are calculated