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The English Eight Club

The objects of the Club are to foster long range rifle shooting in the interests of National Defence and in particular to organise the English Team in any international Match shot with the Match Rifle

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Activities & Mission

The objects of the Club are to foster long range rifle shooting in the interests of National Defence and in particular to organise the English Team in any international Match shot with the Match Rifle

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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
£36,769
Latest Expenditure
£34,583

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 94.1%
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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£36,769
£34,5830 / 8
2024
£61,029
£59,5610 / 3
2023
£30,087
£29,8140 / 10
2022
£30,564
£31,1030 / 5
2021
£39,731
£18,7640 / 10

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Frequently asked questions about The English Eight Club

What does The English Eight Club do?

The objects of the Club are to foster long range rifle shooting in the interests of National Defence and in particular to organise the English Team in any international Match shot with the Match Rifle

How much income did The English Eight Club report in 2025?

The English Eight Club reported total income of £37k and reported expenditure of £35k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The English Eight Club registered as a charity?

The English Eight Club was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 January 1979 as charity number 277108. It has been registered for 47 years.

Who runs The English Eight Club?

The English Eight Club is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIMON JAMES WHITBY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The English Eight Club operate?

The English Eight Club operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The English Eight Club a registered charity?

Yes — The English Eight Club is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 277108.

Details

Contact (address, phone)
Registration Date
26 January 1979
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
277108
Charity Number
277108

Trustees

SIMON JAMES WHITBY Chair
Adam John Leech
ALEX CARGILL THOMPSON
Also governs 2 other charities
Dr Michael Robert Horrell
FIONA KATHRYN DAY
Also governs 2 other charities
Harriet Jane Mansell Asquith-Beard
KATE A FITTON
MICHAEL JAMES HISSEY
MICHAEL JAMES JUDGE
MR NICK TREMLETT
ROBERT JAMES LYGOE

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