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The Friend Publications Limited

Also known as: "the Friend" Publications Limited, The Friend

The production and publishing of a weekly and quarterly magazine for the benefit of the Religious Society of Friends, commonly called Quakers, for the purpose of propagating the religious teaching of that Society and of promoting interest in its work.

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Activities & Mission

The production and publishing of a weekly and quarterly magazine for the benefit of the Religious Society of Friends, commonly called Quakers, for the purpose of propagating the religious teaching of that Society and of promoting interest in its work.

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
£444,169
Latest Expenditure
£414,097

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 93.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 93.2%
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
£444,169
£414,0970 / 1
2024
£359,294
£422,2320 / 2
2023
£397,780
£440,4790 / 2
2022
£412,885
£391,5080 / 2
2021
£371,844
£390,0440 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Friend Publications Limited

What does The Friend Publications Limited do?

The production and publishing of a weekly and quarterly magazine for the benefit of the Religious Society of Friends, commonly called Quakers, for the purpose of propagating the religious teaching of that Society and of promoting interest in its work.

How much income did The Friend Publications Limited report in 2025?

The Friend Publications Limited reported total income of £444k and reported expenditure of £414k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friend Publications Limited registered as a charity?

The Friend Publications Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 January 1962 as charity number 211649. It has been registered for 64 years.

Who runs The Friend Publications Limited?

The Friend Publications Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friend Publications Limited operate?

The Friend Publications Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Friend Publications Limited a registered charity?

Yes — The Friend Publications Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 211649.

Details

Address
FRIENDS HOUSE
173 EUSTON ROAD
LONDON
NW1 2BJ
Registration Date
23 January 1962
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
211649
Charity Number
211649

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Trustees

Alastair Hugh Reid
David Joseph Bunney
David James Heald
Erica Rachel Cadbury
Katharine Lucy Parker
Martin James Hughes
Robert George Ashton
Wren Argent

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • "the Friend" Publications Limited
  • The Friend

Data & trust

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14 May 2026
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