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The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science, environment/conservation/heritage.
The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society (number 235313) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society do?
Across the calendar year, the Society delivers an eclectic range of lectures and seminars. We offer a focal point for modern, bright ideas, drawing inspiration from a variety of subject areas including the Arts, Science and Technology, and Social Philosophy. We also present a programme specifically aimed at young people, with a view to increasing their interest in and awareness of the world.
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society
Answers The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission for the year ending 30 June 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Does The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society receive government funding?
The annual return does not answer this question for The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society. Check the accounts for grants and contracts from public bodies.
The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society reports a trading subsidiary — a company it owns that trades and passes profits to the charity.
Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?
The register records The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration. Work out your Gift Aid
The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society's annual return for the year ending 30 June 2025 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
Manchester City · Cheshire East · Derbyshire · Lancashire · Cheshire West & Chester
Who it supports and how it works
Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; The General Public/mankind.
Reported activities: Provides Services; Other Charitable Activities.
Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.
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Is The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society a legitimate charity?
The register data used for this profile lists The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society as a registered charity (number 235313) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society's charity number?
The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society's charity number is 235313. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 235313?
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What does The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society do?
Across the calendar year, the Society delivers an eclectic range of lectures and seminars. We offer a focal point for modern, bright ideas, drawing inspiration from a variety of subject areas including the Arts, Science and Technology, and Social Philosophy. We also present a programme specifically aimed at young people, with a view to increasing their interest in and awareness of the world.
Does The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society have reviews and complaints?
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How can I donate to The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society?
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Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society?
The register records The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration.
Are The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society's trustees paid?
The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society's annual return for the year ending 30 June 2025 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
What was The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society previously called?
The register lists this previous name for The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society: The Manchester Literary and Philosphical Society.
When was The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society registered as a charity?
The Manchester Literary and Philosophical Society was entered on the register on 14 July 1964. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 00009330).