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Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society

Also known as: Wolsingham Show

The charitable objective of the Association and principal activity is to promote the improvement in the breeding of livestock and to improve the standards of farming and farm craft for the farmers residing inthe area. Community awareness and involvement in promoting rural skills

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Activities & Mission

The charitable objective of the Association and principal activity is to promote the improvement in the breeding of livestock and to improve the standards of farming and farm craft for the farmers residing inthe area. Community awareness and involvement in promoting rural skills

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
£403,464
Latest Expenditure
£312,157

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 77.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 77.4%
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 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
£403,464
£312,1570 / 200
2023
£434,247
£313,0790 / 200
2022
£405,000
£309,0000 / 200
2021
£324,232
£189,6640 / 100
2020
£27,500
£36,4210 / 60

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society

What does Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society do?

The charitable objective of the Association and principal activity is to promote the improvement in the breeding of livestock and to improve the standards of farming and farm craft for the farmers residing inthe area. Community awareness and involvement in promoting rural skills

How much income did Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society report in 2024?

Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society reported total income of £403k and reported expenditure of £312k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society registered as a charity?

Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 August 2000 as charity number 1082095. It has been registered for 26 years.

Who runs Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society?

Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jim Suddes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society operate?

Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society a registered charity?

Yes — Wolsingham And Wear Valley Agricultural Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1082095.

Details

Address
Wolsingham Show
PO Box 326
BISHOP AUCKLAND
County Durham
DL14 4JD
Registration Date
21 August 2000
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3972432
Charity Number
1082095

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Trustees

Jim Suddes Chair
JOHN BELL
John Emerson
KENNETH LOUGH
Philip Walker
WILLIAM GORDON PYBOURNE

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Wolsingham Show

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