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West Sussex Archives Society

To promote the work of West Sussex Record Office and help buy documents for it. To encourage research into the local history of West Sussex and original documents. To hold meeting for the membership per year, including the AGM. To publish four Newsletter and a Journal annually.

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Activities & Mission

To promote the work of West Sussex Record Office and help buy documents for it. To encourage research into the local history of West Sussex and original documents. To hold meeting for the membership per year, including the AGM. To publish four Newsletter and a Journal annually.

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
£7,434
Latest Expenditure
£4,606

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 62.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 62.0%
Expenditure as % of income

Frequently asked questions about West Sussex Archives Society

What does West Sussex Archives Society do?

To promote the work of West Sussex Record Office and help buy documents for it. To encourage research into the local history of West Sussex and original documents. To hold meeting for the membership per year, including the AGM. To publish four Newsletter and a Journal annually.

When was West Sussex Archives Society registered as a charity?

West Sussex Archives Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 March 1974 as charity number 266997. It has been registered for 52 years.

Who runs West Sussex Archives Society?

West Sussex Archives Society is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD HOWELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does West Sussex Archives Society operate?

West Sussex Archives Society operates across 2 areas: East Sussex and West Sussex.

Is West Sussex Archives Society a registered charity?

Yes — West Sussex Archives Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 266997.

Details

Address
West Sussex Archives Society
West Sussex Record Office
County Hall,West Street
CHICHESTER
West Sussex
PO19 1RN
Website
wsas.co.uk
Registration Date
29 March 1974
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
266997
Charity Number
266997

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Trustees

RICHARD HOWELL Chair
Jane Mant
LEIGH LAWSON

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