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UK Onshore Geophysical Library

Also known as: Ukogl

The collection, archiving and provision (to corporate, government and academic entities and the general public) of geological and geophysical information recorded in the onshore areas of the United Kingdom - largely by companies in the course of exploration for oil, gas and coal. Carrying out and sponsoring educational and research projects related to the information archived in the Library.

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Activities & Mission

The collection, archiving and provision (to corporate, government and academic entities and the general public) of geological and geophysical information recorded in the onshore areas of the United Kingdom - largely by companies in the course of exploration for oil, gas and coal. Carrying out and sponsoring educational and research projects related to the information archived in the Library.

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
£124,900
Latest Expenditure
£260,835

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 76.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 38% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 293). How is this calculated?

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

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

Administrative Ratio 3.5%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 58% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £0
Charitable Activities £545,715
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £416,275
Raising Funds £0
Governance £14,734
Grants to Institutions £0
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 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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£124,900
£260,8350 / 0
2023
£545,715
£416,275£416,275£477,765£25,0000 / 0
2022
£209,982
£233,6350 / 0
2021
£82,957
£171,9060 / 0
2020
£77,078
£166,3640 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about UK Onshore Geophysical Library

What does UK Onshore Geophysical Library do?

The collection, archiving and provision (to corporate, government and academic entities and the general public) of geological and geophysical information recorded in the onshore areas of the United Kingdom - largely by companies in the course of exploration for oil, gas and coal. Carrying out and sponsoring educational and research projects related to the information archived in the Library.

How much income did UK Onshore Geophysical Library report in 2024?

UK Onshore Geophysical Library reported total income of £125k and reported expenditure of £261k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is UK Onshore Geophysical Library?

UK Onshore Geophysical Library has a program ratio of 76.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 38% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 293 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was UK Onshore Geophysical Library registered as a charity?

UK Onshore Geophysical Library was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 May 1994 as charity number 1038161. It has been registered for 32 years.

Who runs UK Onshore Geophysical Library?

UK Onshore Geophysical Library is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Malcolm Butler. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does UK Onshore Geophysical Library operate?

UK Onshore Geophysical Library operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is UK Onshore Geophysical Library a registered charity?

Yes — UK Onshore Geophysical Library is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1038161.

Details

Address
Burnside House
Church Road
Paddock Wood
TONBRIDGE
TN12 6HG
Registration Date
27 May 1994
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1038161
Charity Number
1038161

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Trustees

Dr Malcolm Butler Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Christopher Peter Pullan
Dr DOROTHY SATTERFIELD
Dr GARY KIRBY
Dr John Richard Underhill
ERIC ALEXANDER GRAHAM KING
Graham Luxton Heard
MARK ANTHONY WILLIAM ABBOTT
Professor Mads Huuse

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Ukogl

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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