The Jane Austen Society
- Country
- England & Wales
- Charity number
- 1200422
- Status
- Registered
- Registered
- Sept. 21, 2022
- Legal form
- CIO
Address
- Address
- 20 PARSONAGE ROAD
HENFIELD
BN5 9JG
Contact
- Phone
- 01273494210
- [email protected]
- Website
janeaustensociety.org.uk
Activities
The organisation exists to celebrate the nineteenth century British author Jane Austen by: promoting the appreciation and study of the life, work and times of Jane Austen and her family; preserving the manuscripts, letters and memorabilia of Jane Austen and her family; continuing a programme of scholarly publications; and supporting the work of Jane Austen's House, Chawton.
Objects: To Promote The Advancement Of Education For The Public Benefit Of The Life And Works Of Jane Austen And The Austen Family, In Particular By Publications Or Any Other Means That The Trustees May Deem Appropriate
Classification
- How
- Makes Grants To Individuals, Makes Grants To Organisations, Provides Other Finance, Provides Advocacy/advice/information, Sponsors Or Undertakes Research
- What
- Arts/culture/heritage/science
- Who
- Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies, The General Public/mankind
Areas of operation
- Country
- Scotland
- Region
- Throughout England And Wales
Finances
| Period end | Income | Expenditure |
|---|---|---|
| Dec. 31, 2024 | £105,709 | £110,209 |
| Dec. 31, 2023 | £391,142 | £62,382 |
Trustees
| Name | Appointed |
|---|---|
| Heather Irene Thomas (Chair) | Sept. 21, 2022 |
| Andrea Dorothy Clarke | Oct. 14, 2023 |
| Elizabeth Fiona Riley | Sept. 21, 2022 |
| Fiona Heather Sheila Ainsworth | Sept. 21, 2022 |
| Kay Dawson | Feb. 7, 2026 |
| Maureen Stiller | Sept. 21, 2022 |
| Martin Richard Caddick | Oct. 4, 2025 |
| Professor Joe Bray | June 10, 2025 |