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The Historical Association

The Historical Association brings together people who share an interest in, and love for the past and it furthers the study and teaching and enjoyment of history in all guises and forms: professional, public and popular. Through publications, web activity and events we support the teaching and learning of history at all levels.

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Activities & Mission

The Historical Association brings together people who share an interest in, and love for the past and it furthers the study and teaching and enjoyment of history in all guises and forms: professional, public and popular. Through publications, web activity and events we support the teaching and learning of history at all levels.

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
£1,199,239
Latest Expenditure
£1,319,361

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 108.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 98.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.5%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £26,643
Charitable Activities £1,121,519
Other Trading £0
Investments £31,926
Other Income £19,150

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,299,098
Raising Funds £20,263
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

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
£1,199,239
£1,319,361£1,299,098£1,018,668£206,37316 / 150
2024
£1,284,450
£1,403,917£1,383,296£1,133,976£296,07114 / 180
2023
£1,239,292
£1,234,783£1,216,493£1,178,742£1,158,74112 / 180
2022
£1,262,007
£1,121,196£1,104,916£1,191,875£725,96612 / 180
2021
£1,007,465
£886,730£872,328£1,072,344£599,97414 / 129

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Historical Association

What does The Historical Association do?

The Historical Association brings together people who share an interest in, and love for the past and it furthers the study and teaching and enjoyment of history in all guises and forms: professional, public and popular. Through publications, web activity and events we support the teaching and learning of history at all levels.

How much income did The Historical Association report in 2025?

The Historical Association reported total income of £1.20m and reported expenditure of £1.32m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Historical Association registered as a charity?

The Historical Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 July 2007 as charity number 1120261. It has been registered for 19 years.

Who runs The Historical Association?

The Historical Association is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor James Daybell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Historical Association operate?

The Historical Association operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Historical Association a registered charity?

Yes — The Historical Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1120261.

Details

Address
THE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION
59A KENNINGTON PARK ROAD
LONDON
SE11 4JH
Registration Date
26 July 2007
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4032562
Charity Number
1120261

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Trustees

Professor James Daybell Chair
Dr Alex Fairlamb
Dr Elizabeth Matthews
Dr Katharine Burn
Dr Michael Maddison
Kerry Somers
Matthew Smith
Professor Alexandra Walsham
Also governs 1 other charity
Professor Peter Mandler
Sarah Elizabeth Wilson
Steve Mastin
Sue Temple
Also governs 1 other charity
Tom Allen

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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