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The Kensington Society

To preserve and improve the amenities of Kensington for the public benefit by stimulating interest in its history and records, promoting good architecture and planning in its future development and by protecting, preserving and improving its buildings, open spaces and other features of beauty or historic or public interest.

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Activities & Mission

To preserve and improve the amenities of Kensington for the public benefit by stimulating interest in its history and records, promoting good architecture and planning in its future development and by protecting, preserving and improving its buildings, open spaces and other features of beauty or historic or public interest.

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
£30,136
Latest Expenditure
£26,258

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 87.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 87.1%
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
£30,136
£26,2580 / 2
2024
£33,833
£32,6680 / 0
2023
£53,863
£60,4140 / 0
2022
£31,063
£36,0250 / 4
2021
£20,432
£23,9390 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Kensington Society

What does The Kensington Society do?

To preserve and improve the amenities of Kensington for the public benefit by stimulating interest in its history and records, promoting good architecture and planning in its future development and by protecting, preserving and improving its buildings, open spaces and other features of beauty or historic or public interest.

How much income did The Kensington Society report in 2025?

The Kensington Society reported total income of £30k and reported expenditure of £26k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Kensington Society registered as a charity?

The Kensington Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 July 1974 as charity number 267778. It has been registered for 52 years.

Who runs The Kensington Society?

The Kensington Society is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is AMANDA WHITAKER FRAME. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Kensington Society operate?

The Kensington Society operates in Kensington And Chelsea, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Kensington Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Kensington Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 267778.

Details

Address
4 Astwood Mews
London
SW7 4DE
Registration Date
17 July 1974
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
267778
Charity Number
267778

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Trustees

AMANDA WHITAKER FRAME Chair
BARRY MUNDAY
Also governs 1 other charity
HENRY PETERSON OBE
JAMES FAIRRIE
Martin Frame CA
Peter Arnold Mishcon
Shayan Keyhan-Rad
Sophia Jane Lambert CB
Thomas Blomberg
VANESSA BARTULOVIC

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