The Glass Society
To advance the education of the general public in respect of:The history and appreciation of glass through exhibitions, meetings, seminars and other appropriate meansThe understanding and appreciation of historical and contemporary glassThe practice of the craft of glass makingThe study and collection of glass
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of the general public in respect of:The history and appreciation of glass through exhibitions, meetings, seminars and other appropriate meansThe understanding and appreciation of historical and contemporary glassThe practice of the craft of glass makingThe study and collection of glass
Grants
The Glass Society makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £29,486
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- arts, culture, heritage, or science
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profiles See a sample profileAreas 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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £17,130 | £29,486 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £18,021 | £15,170 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £18,830 | £24,394 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £15,262 | £8,815 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2021 | £15,160 | £12,921 | 0 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Glass Society
What does The Glass Society do?
To advance the education of the general public in respect of:The history and appreciation of glass through exhibitions, meetings, seminars and other appropriate meansThe understanding and appreciation of historical and contemporary glassThe practice of the craft of glass makingThe study and collection of glass
How much income did The Glass Society report in 2025?
The Glass Society reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £29k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Glass Society registered as a charity?
The Glass Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 September 2019 as charity number 1185397. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs The Glass Society?
The Glass Society is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Simon Cottle. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Glass Society operate?
The Glass Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Glass Society a registered charity?
Yes — The Glass Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1185397.
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profiles See a sample profileDetails
Registry Information
Trustees
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated