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The Friends Of The World Of Bede

The CIO encourages its members to promote a wider knowledge of the educational and cultural importance of Bede and to support the values of scholarship and innovation as promoted by the Anglo Saxon monastery of Wearmouth/Jarow as continued today at the World According to Bede Museum or its successors known by any other name and/or to promote the legacy of the Venerable Bede generally.

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Activities & Mission

The CIO encourages its members to promote a wider knowledge of the educational and cultural importance of Bede and to support the values of scholarship and innovation as promoted by the Anglo Saxon monastery of Wearmouth/Jarow as continued today at the World According to Bede Museum or its successors known by any other name and/or to promote the legacy of the Venerable Bede generally.

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£703
Latest Expenditure
£1,099

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 156.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 156.3%
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
£703
£1,0990 / 0
2024
£785
£2,4950 / 0
2023
£640
£2770 / 0
2022
£1,230
£3950 / 0
2021
£381
£3580 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of The World Of Bede

What does The Friends Of The World Of Bede do?

The CIO encourages its members to promote a wider knowledge of the educational and cultural importance of Bede and to support the values of scholarship and innovation as promoted by the Anglo Saxon monastery of Wearmouth/Jarow as continued today at the World According to Bede Museum or its successors known by any other name and/or to promote the legacy of the Venerable Bede generally.

How much income did The Friends Of The World Of Bede report in 2025?

The Friends Of The World Of Bede reported total income of £703.00 and reported expenditure of £1k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friends Of The World Of Bede registered as a charity?

The Friends Of The World Of Bede was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 August 2016 as charity number 1168975. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs The Friends Of The World Of Bede?

The Friends Of The World Of Bede is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friends Of The World Of Bede operate?

The Friends Of The World Of Bede operates in South Tyneside, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Friends Of The World Of Bede a registered charity?

Yes — The Friends Of The World Of Bede is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168975.

Details

Address
2 Chapel Mews
Gilesgate
DURHAM
DH1 1WB
Registration Date
30 August 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5079515
Charity Number
1168975

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Trustees

Belinda Lalage Burke
BRIAN FREEMAN
Christopher Tate Carr
Claudine Freeman
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Cooper Clark
Dr ERIC CAMBRIDGE PHD.
Professor Michelle Patricia Brown
RACHEL WEBB
Shirley Johnson
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