Activities & Mission
Promotion of Agricultural Education
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 Efficiency
Higher than 56% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 38% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 37% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,420,743 | £2,430,907 | £2,309,313 | £3,170,294 | £736,748 | 15 / 125 |
| 2023 | £2,341,978 | £2,204,740 | £2,072,224 | £3,110,914 | £1,013,671 | 15 / 260 |
| 2022 | £2,286,226 | £1,955,383 | £1,822,708 | £2,909,717 | £989,252 | 13 / 120 |
| 2021 | £1,916,276 | £1,519,952 | £1,440,101 | £2,676,508 | £767,507 | 12 / 200 |
| 2020 | £844,621 | £980,829 | £957,696 | £2,203,174 | £152,031 | 12 / 350 |
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Frequently asked questions about The South Of England Agricultural Society
What does The South Of England Agricultural Society do?
Promotion of Agricultural Education
How much income did The South Of England Agricultural Society report in 2024?
The South Of England Agricultural Society reported total income of £2.42m and reported expenditure of £2.43m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The South Of England Agricultural Society?
The South Of England Agricultural Society has a program ratio of 95.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 56% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The South Of England Agricultural Society registered as a charity?
The South Of England Agricultural Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 February 1965 as charity number 227033. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs The South Of England Agricultural Society?
The South Of England Agricultural Society is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alan Smith. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The South Of England Agricultural Society operate?
The South Of England Agricultural Society operates across 6 areas, including East Sussex, Hampshire, Kent and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The South Of England Agricultural Society a registered charity?
Yes — The South Of England Agricultural Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 227033.
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