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The Friends Of Waterton's Wall

We exist to:- to preserve the historic and architectural heritage of the wall, surrounding the world's first nature reserve in Walton, Wakefield, built by Charles Waterton and its immediate vicinity;- to educate the general public in its architecture, geography, natural and social history.

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Activities & Mission

We exist to:- to preserve the historic and architectural heritage of the wall, surrounding the world's first nature reserve in Walton, Wakefield, built by Charles Waterton and its immediate vicinity;- to educate the general public in its architecture, geography, natural and social history.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£5,657
Latest Expenditure
£5,353

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 94.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 94.6%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£5,657
£5,3530 / 30
2023
£2,912
£9750 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Waterton's Wall

What does The Friends Of Waterton's Wall do?

We exist to:- to preserve the historic and architectural heritage of the wall, surrounding the world's first nature reserve in Walton, Wakefield, built by Charles Waterton and its immediate vicinity;- to educate the general public in its architecture, geography, natural and social history.

How much income did The Friends Of Waterton's Wall report in 2024?

The Friends Of Waterton's Wall reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £5k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friends Of Waterton's Wall registered as a charity?

The Friends Of Waterton's Wall was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 June 2023 as charity number 1203426. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs The Friends Of Waterton's Wall?

The Friends Of Waterton's Wall is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Thornton Smith. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friends Of Waterton's Wall operate?

The Friends Of Waterton's Wall operates in City Of Wakefield, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Friends Of Waterton's Wall a registered charity?

Yes — The Friends Of Waterton's Wall is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1203426.

Details

Address
6 OAKLANDS CROFT
WALTON
WAKEFIELD
6 OAKLANDS CROFT
WALTON
WF2 6LU
Registration Date
6 June 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5216095
Charity Number
1203426

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Trustees

John Thornton Smith Chair
Alexander Russell Moran
Alison Buckler
Catherine Ann Nixon
Dr Jonathan Gorst
Also governs 1 other charity
John Dennis Whitaker
Katharine Dews
Pauline Charlton

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