UK funding workspaceAvon Local History and Archaeology grants and how to apply
Trust / foundation · Charity no. 270930
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Avon Local History and Archaeology is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 270930. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as North Somerset, Bath and North East Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Bristol City. The register describes its activities as: “Acts as an umbrella group to support and facilitate contact between groups and individuals interested in local history and archaeology. Publishes a quarterly Newsletter, booklets and an annual list of speakers and leaders of walks; organises an annual local history study day; organises volunteers; offers schools…” Its charitable objects are: “To promote the advancement of education of the public by the study of Local History in the county of Avon.” In the year to 31 Mar 2026 it reported income of £3,446 and spending of £2,278.
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Latest income
£3,446
Latest spending
£2,278
- What it funds
- Arts / culture / heritage / scienceEnvironment / conservation / heritage
- Who it helps
- Other charities or voluntary bodiesThe general public
- How it gives
- Makes grants to individualsMakes grants to organisationsProvides human resourcesProvides advocacy / advice / informationActs as an umbrella or resource bodyOther charitable activities
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 2026 | £3,446 | £2,278 |
| 31 Mar 2025 | £3,329 | £3,345 |
| 31 Mar 2024 | £3,283 | £4,079 |
| 31 Mar 2023 | £2,022 | £3,898 |
| 31 Mar 2022 | £1,748 | £4,814 |
Charitable objects
To promote the advancement of education of the public by the study of Local History in the county of Avon.
Where it operates
North Somerset, Bath and North East Somerset, South Gloucestershire, Bristol City
- Also known as
- A L H A
- Formerly
- Avon Local History Association
- Trustees
- 6
What Avon Local History and Archaeology funds
Avon Local History and Archaeology is registered under the Charity Commission purposes arts / culture / heritage / science and environment / conservation / heritage for other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to individuals, makes grants to organisations, provides human resources, provides advocacy / advice / information and acts as an umbrella or resource body. Over its last 5 reported years, to 31 Mar 2026, it spent £18.4k in total.
How to apply to Avon Local History and Archaeology
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from Avon Local History and Archaeology in its sources (last checked 4 Nov 2026). Its website (alha.org.uk) may list programmes that are not yet open or are by invitation only. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.
Questions about Avon Local History and Archaeology
Is Avon Local History and Archaeology open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 4 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from Avon Local History and Archaeology is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does Avon Local History and Archaeology fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as North Somerset, Bath and North East Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Bristol City.
Does Avon Local History and Archaeology give grants to individuals?
Yes, according to the Charity Commission register, which records that Avon Local History and Archaeology makes grants to individuals as well as to organisations. Check its own guidance for who qualifies.
How much does Avon Local History and Archaeology give each year?
The register does not break out Avon Local History and Archaeology's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 31 Mar 2026 was £2,278. Over its last 5 reported years its spending averaged £3,683 a year.
How large is Avon Local History and Archaeology?
In its latest reported year Avon Local History and Archaeology reported income of £3,446 and spending of £2,278.
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