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The Silver Society

1. Promote the study of the history and development of the craft of the silversmith, andpreserve articles and records pertaining thereto. 2. Sponsor publications, treatises, etc.,relevant to the craft. 3. Sponsor current silversmiths and their craft in ways which willencourage the continuation of the craft.

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Activities & Mission

1. Promote the study of the history and development of the craft of the silversmith, andpreserve articles and records pertaining thereto. 2. Sponsor publications, treatises, etc.,relevant to the craft. 3. Sponsor current silversmiths and their craft in ways which willencourage the continuation of the craft.

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
£1,447,622
Latest Expenditure
£138,247

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 9.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 3% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 10.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 33% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,398,612
Charitable Activities £2,516
Other Trading £0
Investments £19,382
Other Income £27,112

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £138,247
Raising Funds £0
Governance £13,800
Grants to Institutions £74,300
Other Expenditure £0

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2014 — The Silver Society (organisation 279352)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£1,447,622
£138,247£138,247£1,484,739£123,4110 / 10
2024
£63,047
£55,6120 / 10
2023
£50,063
£69,1150 / 10
2022
£38,254
£27,4520 / 12
2021
£66,218
£28,4670 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Silver Society

What does The Silver Society do?

1. Promote the study of the history and development of the craft of the silversmith, andpreserve articles and records pertaining thereto. 2. Sponsor publications, treatises, etc.,relevant to the craft. 3. Sponsor current silversmiths and their craft in ways which willencourage the continuation of the craft.

How much income did The Silver Society report in 2025?

The Silver Society reported total income of £1.45m and reported expenditure of £138k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Silver Society?

The Silver Society has a program ratio of 9.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 3% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Silver Society registered as a charity?

The Silver Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 July 2011 as charity number 1143159. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs The Silver Society?

The Silver Society is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Silver Society operate?

The Silver Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Silver Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Silver Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1143159.

Details

Address
PO Box 84
Dartmouth
TQ6 6AX
Registration Date
29 July 2011
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5020084
Charity Number
1143159

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Trustees

Dr Andrew Christopher Clifford
Dr Kirstin Kennedy
JONATHAN FELIX HUGH ELLIS
Margaret Anne Brooks

Sectors & Classifications

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14 May 2026
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