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Wokingham Society

The Society aims to encourage conservation of the character and traditions of Wokingham, promotes the study of history of Wokingham and interest in the town's heritage and provide grants from the Society's funds to relevant local organisations.

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Activities & Mission

The Society aims to encourage conservation of the character and traditions of Wokingham, promotes the study of history of Wokingham and interest in the town's heritage and provide grants from the Society's funds to relevant local organisations.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,176
Latest Expenditure
£24,702

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 2100.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 2100.5%
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 2023.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£14,273
£27,8890 / 1
2022
£10,685
£4,4350 / 0
2021
£20,001
£19,9480 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Wokingham Society

What does Wokingham Society do?

The Society aims to encourage conservation of the character and traditions of Wokingham, promotes the study of history of Wokingham and interest in the town's heritage and provide grants from the Society's funds to relevant local organisations.

How much income did Wokingham Society report in 2023?

Wokingham Society reported total income of £14k and reported expenditure of £28k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Wokingham Society registered as a charity?

Wokingham Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 March 1978 as charity number 274988. It has been registered for 48 years.

Who runs Wokingham Society?

Wokingham Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is PETER JOHN MUST. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Wokingham Society operate?

Wokingham Society operates in Wokingham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Wokingham Society a registered charity?

Yes — Wokingham Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 274988.

Details

Address
8 ALBERT ROAD
WOKINGHAM
RG40 2AL
Registration Date
3 March 1978
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
274988
Charity Number
274988

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Trustees

PETER JOHN MUST Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
HAZEL GUILE
KEITH MALVERN
Also governs 1 other charity
KEVIN LENTON
Lucy Frances WICKHAM
Richard Allen SEDGWICK
Robert John BLAIR

Sectors & Classifications

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