The Iran Society
The Iran Society was established to advance education in the subject of Iran, its peoples and culture, in particular through the study of language, literature, art, history, religions, antiquities, usages, institutions and customs of Iran. It does this by holding lectures approximately 8 times a year, in London, on topics deemed of interest to members, and by awarding grants to students of Persian
Activities & Mission
The Iran Society was established to advance education in the subject of Iran, its peoples and culture, in particular through the study of language, literature, art, history, religions, antiquities, usages, institutions and customs of Iran. It does this by holding lectures approximately 8 times a year, in London, on topics deemed of interest to members, and by awarding grants to students of Persian
Grants
The Iran Society makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £9,229
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and 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.
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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 | £12,461 | £9,229 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £11,749 | £15,901 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2023 | £15,169 | £16,651 | 0 / 8 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Iran Society
What does The Iran Society do?
The Iran Society was established to advance education in the subject of Iran, its peoples and culture, in particular through the study of language, literature, art, history, religions, antiquities, usages, institutions and customs of Iran. It does this by holding lectures approximately 8 times a year, in London, on topics deemed of interest to members, and by awarding grants to students of Persian
How much income did The Iran Society report in 2025?
The Iran Society 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 Iran Society registered as a charity?
The Iran Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 October 2022 as charity number 1200807. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs The Iran Society?
The Iran Society is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANTONY WYNN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Iran Society operate?
The Iran Society operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England.
Is The Iran Society a registered charity?
Yes — The Iran Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1200807.
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- 2 November 2026
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