World Book Day Limited
Also known as: World Book Day (2) Wbd
The object of the Charity is to advance the education of the public, particularly by assisting in the promotion of reading among children and young people. The Charity will particularly promote World Book Day, which shall comprise a series of events each year, or any other such event, the purpose of which is to promote and encourage reading among children and young people
Activities & Mission
The object of the Charity is to advance the education of the public, particularly by assisting in the promotion of reading among children and young people. The Charity will particularly promote World Book Day, which shall comprise a series of events each year, or any other such event, the purpose of which is to promote and encourage reading among children and young people
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 22% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 17% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,261,417 | £1,229,232 | £1,069,872 | £319,198 | £252,734 | 6 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,063,499 | £1,045,731 | £881,737 | £287,013 | £264,513 | 6 / 0 |
| 2023 | £909,798 | £898,641 | £898,641 | £269,245 | £249,245 | 4 / 0 |
| 2022 | £795,231 | £890,128 | £890,128 | £258,088 | £221,393 | 3 / 0 |
| 2021 | £739,335 | £695,508 | £695,508 | £352,985 | £208,991 | 2 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about World Book Day Limited
What does World Book Day Limited do?
The object of the Charity is to advance the education of the public, particularly by assisting in the promotion of reading among children and young people. The Charity will particularly promote World Book Day, which shall comprise a series of events each year, or any other such event, the purpose of which is to promote and encourage reading among children and young people
How much income did World Book Day Limited report in 2025?
World Book Day Limited reported total income of £1.26m and reported expenditure of £1.23m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is World Book Day Limited?
World Book Day Limited has a program ratio of 84.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was World Book Day Limited registered as a charity?
World Book Day Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2000 as charity number 1079257. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs World Book Day Limited?
World Book Day Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANNA BOND. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does World Book Day Limited operate?
World Book Day Limited operates across 4 areas: Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is World Book Day Limited a registered charity?
Yes — World Book Day Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1079257.
Details
6 BELL YARD
LONDON
WC2A 2JR
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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