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The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society

The principal activities of the charity throughout the year have continued to be that of promoting and encouraging the public study of British family history, genealogy, heraldry and local history and also to promote the preservation, security and accessibility of archival material.

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Activities & Mission

The principal activities of the charity throughout the year have continued to be that of promoting and encouraging the public study of British family history, genealogy, heraldry and local history and also to promote the preservation, security and accessibility of archival material.

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
£48,588
Latest Expenditure
£52,160

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 107.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 107.4%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£48,588
£52,1600 / 95
2023
£52,993
£56,9500 / 150
2022
£47,175
£12,0350 / 150
2021
£48,019
£42,4170 / 150
2020
£50,843
£61,0760 / 120

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society

What does The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society do?

The principal activities of the charity throughout the year have continued to be that of promoting and encouraging the public study of British family history, genealogy, heraldry and local history and also to promote the preservation, security and accessibility of archival material.

How much income did The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society report in 2024?

The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society reported total income of £49k and reported expenditure of £52k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society registered as a charity?

The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 October 1984 as charity number 515599. It has been registered for 42 years.

Who runs The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society?

The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society operate?

The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Manchester And Lancashire Family History Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 515599.

Details

Address
MLFHS
Manchester Central Library
St Peter's Square
Manchester
M35 9LD
Website
mlfhs.uk
Registration Date
24 October 1984
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
515599
Charity Number
515599

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Trustees

Carol Ann Lee
DAVID MUIL
Graham Holt
Jan Costa
Leslie Turner
Michael Watson
Rhondda Victoria Griffiths
Rita Greenwood
Susan Elizabeth Forshaw

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