NATIONAL DAHLIA SOCIETY
Arts and culture of dahlias in the form of supply of advice and information to the general public and holding demonstrations and shows over england and wales relative to the flower dahlia.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £2,447 for the year ended 31 October 2025, resulting in total unrestricted funds decreasing to £90,866. The trustees' report notes that this loss occurred despite increased income from shows and membership, attributed to ongoing cost-cutting measures. The charity holds £60,507 in investments and £13,647 in cash, with a stated reserves policy target of a minimum £10,000 to cover closure costs.
What the accounts disclose
“The Executive Committee believe the charity should hold a minimum of £10,000 in order to cover the cost in the event of closure.” — page 3
Trustees
- David Alexander Gillamchair
- Alan Humphrey
- Andrew Aspital
- Andrew Cunningham
- Carol Humphrey
- Cyril Watkins
- Darren Everest
- David Geoffrey Kent
- Elizabeth Louise Appleby
- Glen Compton
- Graham Hill McFarlane
- Ian Ledger
- Ian Sutherland
- JUNE NASH
- Lesley Ann Charlson
- RON GUEST
- Richard Thomas
- Robin Philip Moyser
- Simon Nute
- Tracey Louise Parkinson
- pHILIP Watson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £49k | £57k |
| 31/10/2024 | £51k | £47k |
| 31/10/2023 | £44k | £47k |
| 31/10/2022 | £37k | £46k |
| 31/10/2021 | £36k | £41k |
Common questions
Is NATIONAL DAHLIA SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £2,447 for the year ended 31 October 2025, resulting in total unrestricted funds decreasing to £90,866. The trustees' report notes that this loss occurred despite increased income from shows and membership, attributed to ongoing cost-cutting measures. The charity holds £60,507 in investments and £13,647 in cash, with a stated reserves policy target of a minimum £10,000 to cover closure costs. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.