East Dorset Antiquarian Society
Analysis
East Dorset Antiquarian Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Dorset. It was registered in February 2017, 9 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training and arts/culture/heritage/science, which this site groups under arts, culture, heritage and science. It says it provides advocacy/advice/information and sponsors or undertakes research.
In the financial year ending December 2025, East Dorset Antiquarian Society reported income of £30k and spending of £7,903, leaving 74% of income unspent that year. Across the 5 years on record, from December 2021 to December 2025, income grew from £5,223 to £30k (+473%), an average of +55% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to December 2025, when income rose by 1021%. Over the whole period it spent 79% of the income it received.
Among 17,634 England and Wales charities whose main cause is arts, culture, heritage and science and that reported income, East Dorset Antiquarian Society sits at the 59th percentile: it is larger than about 59% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 52nd percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Zodiac Musical Society (£30k), North Bedfordshire Young Farmers Club (£30k) and The Westmorland Orchestra (£30k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Surveys and excavations of archaeological sites to professional standards with full publication. Programme of archaeological talks, visits, open days and field trips, as well as opportunities for participation and hands-on training in all aspects of the archaeological process. Information, advice and practical support on archaeological matters, including heritage and conservation.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Zodiac Musical Society | Hounslow | £30k |
| North Bedfordshire Young Farmers Club | Bedford | £30k |
| The Westmorland Orchestra | Cumbria | £30k |
| The Silsoe Village Hall | Bedford | £30k |