Our Governance
The annual Somerscience Festival is delivered by the Somerscience Trust, a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) and registered charity.
We are registered with the Charity Commission of England and Wales and our charity number is: 1198113
The governance page for Somerscience Trust provides transparency and accountability, outlining how the charity is managed and ensuring our operations align with our mission and values. It helps build trust with our supporters, partners, and stakeholders by clearly demonstrating our commitment to responsible leadership.
Our Governance
View our organisation structure and policies here.
Financial Information
The latest annual accounts can be downloaded here. Also available on the Chairty Commission website
View hereSafeguarding Policy
Our safeguarding policy protects the well-being of children and vulnerable adults.
View hereGeneral Data Protection Regulation Policy
Our GDPR policy ensures the protection and privacy of personal data.
Acceptance of Donations Policy
Our donation policy ensures all contributions are handled transparently and in line with our mission.
Evaluation Report for 2023
The first festival – our evaluation report assesses the impact and effectiveness of our programs and initiatives.
View hereEvaluation Report for 2024
Our evaluation report measures the success and outcomes of our projects to ensure continuous improvement.
View hereEvaluation Report for 2025
The evaluation report reviews the impact of our work, helping us to refine and enhance future initiatives.
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