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The George Eliot Fellowship

The Fellowship exists to honour the memory of George Eliot, to encourage others to study her work, and to put on events which involve walks, tours, study, reading groups, visits to literary venues, publications, displays and exhibitions connected with increasing appreciation of the writer by members and the public in the Uk and beyond.

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Activities & Mission

The Fellowship exists to honour the memory of George Eliot, to encourage others to study her work, and to put on events which involve walks, tours, study, reading groups, visits to literary venues, publications, displays and exhibitions connected with increasing appreciation of the writer by members and the public in the Uk and beyond.

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.

Show all 8 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£11,547
Latest Expenditure
£9,424

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 81.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 81.6%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£11,547
£9,4240 / 0
2024
£10,113
£10,8330 / 0
2023
£13,984
£4,7880 / 0
2022
£14,438
£13,8380 / 8
2021
£17,489
£18,2560 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The George Eliot Fellowship

What does The George Eliot Fellowship do?

The Fellowship exists to honour the memory of George Eliot, to encourage others to study her work, and to put on events which involve walks, tours, study, reading groups, visits to literary venues, publications, displays and exhibitions connected with increasing appreciation of the writer by members and the public in the Uk and beyond.

How much income did The George Eliot Fellowship report in 2025?

The George Eliot Fellowship reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The George Eliot Fellowship registered as a charity?

The George Eliot Fellowship was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 March 1996 as charity number 1054060. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs The George Eliot Fellowship?

The George Eliot Fellowship is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOHN BURTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The George Eliot Fellowship operate?

The George Eliot Fellowship operates across 8 areas, including Birmingham City, Coventry City, Dudley and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The George Eliot Fellowship a registered charity?

Yes — The George Eliot Fellowship is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1054060.

Details

Address
39 Lower Road
Barnacle
Coventry
CV7 9LD
Registration Date
26 March 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1054060
Charity Number
1054060

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Trustees

JOHN BURTON Chair
Also governs 3 other charities
DAVID JAMES LEACH
ELAINE PEAKE
Also governs 1 other charity
MADELEINE ANNE HUGHES
Margaret Joy Redfern
Mary Somerville
SYLVIA IRENE MARTIN

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14 May 2026
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