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Armitt Library And Museum Centre

Also known as: The Lakes Discovery Museum at the Armitt, Armitt Gallery Museum & Library

The running of a Museum and library for the benefit of the local community and tourists to the area

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Activities & Mission

The running of a Museum and library for the benefit of the local community and tourists to the area

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£162,082
Latest Expenditure
£136,283

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 84.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 84.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£162,082
£136,2830 / 19
2024
£97,796
£136,2870 / 19
2023
£119,921
£121,2140 / 11
2022
£159,022
£114,7870 / 17
2020
£109,996
£74,3040 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Armitt Library And Museum Centre

What does Armitt Library And Museum Centre do?

The running of a Museum and library for the benefit of the local community and tourists to the area

How much income did Armitt Library And Museum Centre report in 2025?

Armitt Library And Museum Centre reported total income of £162k and reported expenditure of £136k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Armitt Library And Museum Centre registered as a charity?

Armitt Library And Museum Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 April 1996 as charity number 1054762. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs Armitt Library And Museum Centre?

Armitt Library And Museum Centre is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Armitt Library And Museum Centre operate?

Armitt Library And Museum Centre operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Armitt Library And Museum Centre a registered charity?

Yes — Armitt Library And Museum Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1054762.

Details

Address
The Armitt Museum & Library
Nook Lane
AMBLESIDE
LA22 9BL
Registration Date
22 April 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1054762
Charity Number
1054762

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Trustees

ANTHONY LONTON
Christopher Charles Blackhurst
Dr Penelope Joyce Bradshaw
Peter Robert Lansberry
Also governs 1 other charity
Sir Christopher James Scott BT
Also governs 1 other charity
Timothy Robert William Cowen

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Lakes Discovery Museum at the Armitt
  • Armitt Gallery Museum & Library

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
14 May 2026
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