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The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society

Also known as: Ttbs

The object of the Society is to grant relief, by way of Allowance or otherwise and either directly or indirectly, to deserving and necessitous members of the Timber Trade in the United Kingdom, in such of its branches as the Trustees consider properly belong to the Timber Trade, and to widows and children of such members.

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Activities & Mission

The object of the Society is to grant relief, by way of Allowance or otherwise and either directly or indirectly, to deserving and necessitous members of the Timber Trade in the United Kingdom, in such of its branches as the Trustees consider properly belong to the Timber Trade, and to widows and children of such members.

Grants

The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£289,300
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other defined groups
What it supports
general charitable purposes

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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
£221,848
Latest Expenditure
£289,300

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 130.4%
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
£221,848
£289,3000 / 40
2024
£222,056
£321,0230 / 40
2023
£217,549
£340,7590 / 40
2022
£208,262
£311,5270 / 50
2021
£170,873
£277,3220 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society

What does The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society do?

The object of the Society is to grant relief, by way of Allowance or otherwise and either directly or indirectly, to deserving and necessitous members of the Timber Trade in the United Kingdom, in such of its branches as the Trustees consider properly belong to the Timber Trade, and to widows and children of such members.

How much income did The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society report in 2025?

The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society reported total income of £222k and reported expenditure of £289k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society registered as a charity?

The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 November 1962 as charity number 207734. It has been registered for 64 years.

Who runs The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society?

The Timber Trades' Benevolent 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 Timber Trades' Benevolent Society operate?

The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Timber Trades' Benevolent Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 207734.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
21 November 1962
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
207734
Charity Number
207734

Trustees

Anthony Shelton
Henry John Taylor
Paul Snape
RICHARD DEREK BAGNALL

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Ttbs

Data & trust

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2 November 2026
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