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The Ecclesiastical History Society

To advance public education in Ecclesiastical History, mainly through conferences and publications.

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Activities & Mission

To advance public education in Ecclesiastical History, mainly through conferences and publications.

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
£44,601
Latest Expenditure
£38,418

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 86.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 86.1%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£44,601
£38,4180 / 0
2024
£47,343
£41,7190 / 0
2023
£38,011
£43,2360 / 0
2022
£29,213
£25,2180 / 0
2021
£26,626
£24,8220 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Ecclesiastical History Society

What does The Ecclesiastical History Society do?

To advance public education in Ecclesiastical History, mainly through conferences and publications.

How much income did The Ecclesiastical History Society report in 2025?

The Ecclesiastical History Society reported total income of £45k and reported expenditure of £38k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Ecclesiastical History Society registered as a charity?

The Ecclesiastical History Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 March 1996 as charity number 1053883. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs The Ecclesiastical History Society?

The Ecclesiastical History Society is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Canon Professor Michael Francis Snape. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Ecclesiastical History Society operate?

The Ecclesiastical History Society operates across 2 areas: Isle Of Man and Scotland.

Is The Ecclesiastical History Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Ecclesiastical History Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1053883.

Details

Address
18 Warwick Street
OXFORD
OX4 1SX
Registration Date
19 March 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1053883
Charity Number
1053883

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Trustees

Canon Professor Michael Francis Snape Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
Dr Angela Platt
Dr Arnold Hunt
Dr David Ceri Jones
Dr Edmund Wareham
Dr Emilie Katie Maria Murphy
Dr Felicity Gemma Hill
Dr Hilary Carey
Dr Joseph Richard Hardwick
Dr Laura Marilyn Mair
Dr Michael Fraser
Dr Stephanie Burette
Also governs 1 other charity
Prof Aude de Mezerac Zanetti
Professor Miri Rubin

Sectors & Classifications

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