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The Orwell Society

Publication of original material on the Society's website and in a regular journal. Arranging educational events. Awarding prizes. Sponsoring prizes and original research into Orwell's life and works. Engaging the public through the media including social media and "George Talks" by zoom. Organising informational trips to places of special significance to Orwell.

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Activities & Mission

Publication of original material on the Society's website and in a regular journal. Arranging educational events. Awarding prizes. Sponsoring prizes and original research into Orwell's life and works. Engaging the public through the media including social media and "George Talks" by zoom. Organising informational trips to places of special significance to Orwell.

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

Latest Income
£18,282
Latest Expenditure
£21,601

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 118.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 118.2%
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
£18,282
£21,6010 / 0
2023
£24,430
£40,8340 / 8
2022
£20,502
£14,9160 / 4
2021
£12,154
£12,6360 / 4

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Orwell Society

What does The Orwell Society do?

Publication of original material on the Society's website and in a regular journal. Arranging educational events. Awarding prizes. Sponsoring prizes and original research into Orwell's life and works. Engaging the public through the media including social media and "George Talks" by zoom. Organising informational trips to places of special significance to Orwell.

How much income did The Orwell Society report in 2024?

The Orwell Society reported total income of £18k and reported expenditure of £22k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Orwell Society registered as a charity?

The Orwell Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 November 2014 as charity number 1159072. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs The Orwell Society?

The Orwell Society is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Orwell Society operate?

The Orwell Society operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Orwell Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Orwell Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159072.

Details

Address
1 Prospect Road
Pilsley
CHESTERFIELD
Derbyshire
S45 8EY
Registration Date
5 November 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5053932
Charity Number
1159072

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Trustees

Bruce Robert Dear
Christopher John Harrison
Demsey Richard Slater
Ian Edward Bloom
LES HURST
Masha Karp
QUENTIN KOPP
RICHARD HORATIO BLAIR

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