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The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society

The Charity objects are1) To advance the education of the general public in the history of the Somersetshire Coal Canal2) The preservation and restoration of the Somersetshire Coal Canal and its structures for the benefit of the public

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Activities & Mission

The Charity objects are1) To advance the education of the general public in the history of the Somersetshire Coal Canal2) The preservation and restoration of the Somersetshire Coal Canal and its structures for the benefit of the public

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
£6,528
Latest Expenditure
£3,362

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 51.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 51.5%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£6,528
£3,3620 / 15

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society

What does The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society do?

The Charity objects are1) To advance the education of the general public in the history of the Somersetshire Coal Canal2) The preservation and restoration of the Somersetshire Coal Canal and its structures for the benefit of the public

How much income did The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society report in 2025?

The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society reported total income of £7k and reported expenditure of £3k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society registered as a charity?

The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 March 2024 as charity number 1207513. It has been registered for 2 years.

Who runs The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society?

The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is DERRICK JOHN HUNT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society operate?

The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society operates in Bath And North East Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Somersetshire Coal Canal Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1207513.

Details

Address
40 GREENLEAZE
BRISTOL
BS4 2TL
Registration Date
19 March 2024
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5236193
Charity Number
1207513

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Trustees

DERRICK JOHN HUNT Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
DAVID BLAIR CHALMERS
Kathryn Laura Ford

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