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The Plymouth Athenaeum

Education & support for literature science and the arts.

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Activities & Mission

Education & support for literature science and the arts.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£28,834
Latest Expenditure
£53,071

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 184.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 184.1%
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 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£28,834
£53,0710 / 11
2024
£100,280
£107,4460 / 11
2023
£77,779
£109,2060 / 12
2022
£22,960
£74,5750 / 13
2021
£53,296
£31,8020 / 17

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Frequently asked questions about The Plymouth Athenaeum

What does The Plymouth Athenaeum do?

Education & support for literature science and the arts.

How much income did The Plymouth Athenaeum report in 2025?

The Plymouth Athenaeum reported total income of £29k and reported expenditure of £53k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Plymouth Athenaeum registered as a charity?

The Plymouth Athenaeum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 May 1963 as charity number 216963. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs The Plymouth Athenaeum?

The Plymouth Athenaeum is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is William Telford. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Plymouth Athenaeum operate?

The Plymouth Athenaeum operates in Plymouth City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Plymouth Athenaeum a registered charity?

Yes — The Plymouth Athenaeum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 216963.

Details

Address
The Plymouth Athenaeum
Derrys Cross
Plymouth
PL1 2SW
Registration Date
6 May 1963
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
216963
Charity Number
216963

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Trustees

William Telford Chair
Dr Patrick George Holden
Ian Manning
John Nicholas Hutchins
Joy Shirley Pengilley
Monica Ann Tully
Roy Brian Keith Hexter

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