World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society
Also known as: 'Ww2 Escape Lines Memorial Society', or 'Elms'
EDUCATE AND INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS ON THE ROLE OF WW2 ESCAPE LINES. PROMOTE THE RETRACE OF WW2 ESCAPE LINES.RECOGNISE THE ROLE OF THE LOCAL HELPERS WHO ASSISTED ALLIED SERVICE PERSONNEL AND OTHERS WHO HAD EVADED CAPTURE OR ESCAPED FROM CAPTURE AND GUIDE THEM BACK TO FREEDOM.PROVIDE RELIEF FOR HELPERS WHO ARE NOW IN NEED THEMSELVES.PROMOTE HUMANITY AND INTERNATIONAL UNDERSTANDING.
Activities & Mission
EDUCATE AND INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS ON THE ROLE OF WW2 ESCAPE LINES. PROMOTE THE RETRACE OF WW2 ESCAPE LINES.RECOGNISE THE ROLE OF THE LOCAL HELPERS WHO ASSISTED ALLIED SERVICE PERSONNEL AND OTHERS WHO HAD EVADED CAPTURE OR ESCAPED FROM CAPTURE AND GUIDE THEM BACK TO FREEDOM.PROVIDE RELIEF FOR HELPERS WHO ARE NOW IN NEED THEMSELVES.PROMOTE HUMANITY AND INTERNATIONAL UNDERSTANDING.
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
Financial Efficiency
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 | £17,429 | £22,812 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £23,736 | £30,067 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2023 | £15,657 | £10,710 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £8,637 | £6,555 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2021 | £13,187 | £4,489 | 0 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society
What does World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society do?
EDUCATE AND INSPIRE FUTURE GENERATIONS ON THE ROLE OF WW2 ESCAPE LINES. PROMOTE THE RETRACE OF WW2 ESCAPE LINES.RECOGNISE THE ROLE OF THE LOCAL HELPERS WHO ASSISTED ALLIED SERVICE PERSONNEL AND OTHERS WHO HAD EVADED CAPTURE OR ESCAPED FROM CAPTURE AND GUIDE THEM BACK TO FREEDOM.PROVIDE RELIEF FOR HELPERS WHO ARE NOW IN NEED THEMSELVES.PROMOTE HUMANITY AND INTERNATIONAL UNDERSTANDING.
How much income did World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society report in 2025?
World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £23k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society registered as a charity?
World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 July 2012 as charity number 1148116. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society?
World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society operate?
World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society operates across 12 areas, including Andorra, Belgium, Denmark and 9 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society a registered charity?
Yes — World War Two Escape Lines Memorial Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148116.
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- 'Ww2 Escape Lines Memorial Society', or 'Elms'
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- 14 May 2026
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