The North Devon Athenaeum
The North Devon Athenaeum provides resources and advice to the general public on local and family history within the North Devon and West Country area. The North Devon Athenaeum holds and maintains extensive collections of local and general interest books, as well as historical documents about local and family history.
Activities & Mission
The North Devon Athenaeum provides resources and advice to the general public on local and family history within the North Devon and West Country area. The North Devon Athenaeum holds and maintains extensive collections of local and general interest books, as well as historical documents about local and family history.
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £59,811 | £67,779 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2023 | £58,811 | £60,085 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2022 | £57,339 | £50,862 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £56,476 | £49,847 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2020 | £55,238 | £44,721 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about The North Devon Athenaeum
What does The North Devon Athenaeum do?
The North Devon Athenaeum provides resources and advice to the general public on local and family history within the North Devon and West Country area. The North Devon Athenaeum holds and maintains extensive collections of local and general interest books, as well as historical documents about local and family history.
How much income did The North Devon Athenaeum report in 2024?
The North Devon Athenaeum reported total income of £60k and reported expenditure of £68k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The North Devon Athenaeum registered as a charity?
The North Devon Athenaeum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 August 1962 as charity number 300755. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The North Devon Athenaeum?
The North Devon Athenaeum is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mr T Green. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The North Devon Athenaeum operate?
The North Devon Athenaeum operates across 4 areas: Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset.
Is The North Devon Athenaeum a registered charity?
Yes — The North Devon Athenaeum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 300755.
Details
TULY STREET
BARNSTAPLE
DEVON
EX31 1EL
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