The Learned Society Of Wales
The Learned Society of Wales is the national academy for arts and sciences. Our Fellowship brings together experts from across all academic fields and beyond. We use this collective knowledge to promote research, inspire learning, and provide independent policy advice
Activities & Mission
The Learned Society of Wales is the national academy for arts and sciences. Our Fellowship brings together experts from across all academic fields and beyond. We use this collective knowledge to promote research, inspire learning, and provide independent policy advice
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 47% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 23% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £735,584 | £644,806 | £644,806 | £545,190 | £545,190 | 11 / 0 |
| 2024 | £639,365 | £645,324 | £645,324 | £447,485 | £447,485 | 9 / 0 |
| 2023 | £548,871 | £569,581 | £569,581 | £440,679 | £422,287 | 7 / 0 |
| 2022 | £380,401 | £352,902 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £304,258 | £295,412 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Learned Society Of Wales
What does The Learned Society Of Wales do?
The Learned Society of Wales is the national academy for arts and sciences. Our Fellowship brings together experts from across all academic fields and beyond. We use this collective knowledge to promote research, inspire learning, and provide independent policy advice
How much income did The Learned Society Of Wales report in 2025?
The Learned Society Of Wales reported total income of £736k and reported expenditure of £645k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Learned Society Of Wales?
The Learned Society Of Wales has a program ratio of 87.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 47% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Learned Society Of Wales registered as a charity?
The Learned Society Of Wales was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 August 2016 as charity number 1168622. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs The Learned Society Of Wales?
The Learned Society Of Wales is governed by a board of 22 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Learned Society Of Wales operate?
The Learned Society Of Wales operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Learned Society Of Wales a registered charity?
Yes — The Learned Society Of Wales is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168622.
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- 14 May 2026
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