The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Promoting education in the North East of England, with particular reference to language, literature, philosophy, science, history, music and the fine arts by maintaining a library, providing educational lectures and events; raising funds by charging subscriptions and making other charges for the exclusive purposes of the charity and by such other charitable means as the charity may think fit.
Activities & Mission
Promoting education in the North East of England, with particular reference to language, literature, philosophy, science, history, music and the fine arts by maintaining a library, providing educational lectures and events; raising funds by charging subscriptions and making other charges for the exclusive purposes of the charity and by such other charitable means as the charity may think fit.
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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.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £661,856 | £798,377 | £781,314 | £2,060,268 | £0 | 15 / 121 |
| 2024 | £1,496,451 | £553,513 | £534,551 | £2,127,685 | £17,274 | 15 / 100 |
| 2023 | £479,311 | £526,556 | 0 / 85 | |||
| 2022 | £390,198 | £456,276 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2021 | £401,572 | £438,974 | 0 / 75 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
What does The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne do?
Promoting education in the North East of England, with particular reference to language, literature, philosophy, science, history, music and the fine arts by maintaining a library, providing educational lectures and events; raising funds by charging subscriptions and making other charges for the exclusive purposes of the charity and by such other charitable means as the charity may think fit.
How much income did The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne report in 2025?
The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne reported total income of £662k and reported expenditure of £798k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne registered as a charity?
The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 September 2007 as charity number 1120948. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne?
The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Eugene Michael Gerard Milne. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne operate?
The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne operates across 9 areas, including Cumbria, Durham, Gateshead and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne a registered charity?
Yes — The Literary And Philosophical Society Of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1120948.
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