THE NATIONAL SWEET PEA SOCIETY
The objects of the society are to disseminate knowledge of sweet peas and other lathyrus species for the public benefit, to encourage, improve and extend the cultivation of these species by means of scientific trials, the holding of exhibitions and displays, by publications and other activities.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £3,175 for the year, with unrestricted funds totaling £136,974 at the year-end. The trustees consider there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Reserves are held at a level determined by the Trustees to provide assurance of future financial viability.
What the accounts disclose
“Reserves held as accumulated income are at a level determined by the Trustees and Management Committee to provide assurance that the Society will be financially viable for the future and able to build on the Society's one hundred and twenty six years’ of history.” — page 7
“During the year, Roger Parsons of Roger Parsons Sweet Peas, and Phil Johnson of Agrifusion made purchases of advertising from the Society. These transactions were completed on the same terms as other advertising sold by the Society.” — page 18
“The Society purchased sweet pea seed from Phil Johnson at discounted rates for sale at Society events. The Society offered to purchase sweet pea seeds from other seed merchants on the same terms.” — page 18
“During the year, Roger Parsons of Roger Parsons Sweet Peas, and Phil Johnson of Agrifusion made purchases of advertising from the Society. These transactions were completed on the same terms as other advertising sold by the Society.” — page 18
“The Society purchased sweet pea seed from Phil Johnson at discounted rates for sale at Society events. The Society offered to purchase sweet pea seeds from other seed merchants on the same terms.” — page 18
“During the year, Roger Parsons of Roger Parsons Sweet Peas, and Phil Johnson of Agrifusion made purchases of advertising from the Society. These transactions were completed on the same terms as other advertising sold by the Society.” — page 18
“The Society purchased sweet pea seed from Phil Johnson at discounted rates for sale at Society events. The Society offered to purchase sweet pea seeds from other seed merchants on the same terms.” — page 18
“During the year, Roger Parsons of Roger Parsons Sweet Peas, and Phil Johnson of Agrifusion made purchases of advertising from the Society. These transactions were completed on the same terms as other advertising sold by the Society.” — page 18
“The Society purchased sweet pea seed from Phil Johnson at discounted rates for sale at Society events. The Society offered to purchase sweet pea seeds from other seed merchants on the same terms.” — page 18
Trustees
- Prof Alison Shreevechair
- CAROLINE BALL
- Carole Tate
- Graeme Hollingdale
- Jennifer Morgan
- Neal Hatch
- Philip Johnson
- ROGER PARSONS
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £28k | £24k |
| 31/10/2024 | £22k | £20k |
| 31/10/2023 | £24k | £24k |
| 31/10/2022 | £20k | £20k |
| 31/10/2021 | £20k | £23k |
Common questions
Is THE NATIONAL SWEET PEA SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £3,175 for the year, with unrestricted funds totaling £136,974 at the year-end. The trustees consider there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Reserves are held at a level determined by the Trustees to provide assurance of future financial viability. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.