the somerset archaeological and natural history society

The charity supports other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public. The Somerset Archaeological And Natural History Society is a registered charity whose purpose is education and training. It delivers its work by making grants to individuals. The charity is based in Taunton and operates in Somerset, North Somerset, and Bath And North East Somerset.

This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

To promote the study of archaeology, natural history and history, with particular reference to the historic County of Somerset, in such ways, including publications and information technology, as the Board of Trustees may deem appropriate.

Fundraising

See where The Somerset Archaeological And Natural History Society is active and find local fundraising opportunities.

Local Authority

Somerset North Somerset Bath And North East Somerset

Financial Information

Latest Income

£570,696

Latest Expenditure

£85,290

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 14.8%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 98.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 10.5%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £490,239

Charitable Activities £28,054

Other Trading £17,744

Investments £34,659

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £84,326

Raising Funds £964

Governance £7,961

Grants to Institutions £5,000

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2024	£570,696	£85,290	£84,326	£1,196,365	£5,484	1 / 12
2023	£434,989	£67,513				0 / 30
2022	£53,939	£39,237				0 / 40
2021	£87,494	£125,455				0 / 30
2020	£80,806	£99,600				0 / 50