Castle Cary And District Museum And Preservation Society
Advancing the education of people of Castle Cary & surrounding areas by maintaining the museum for objects connected with the past life of Castle Cary & district and to preserve the antiquities, artefacts and amenities of the town, especially the conservation areas of Castle Cary and Ansford for the benefit of Castle Cary & district, and our visitors (area prescribed by governing document).
Activities & Mission
Advancing the education of people of Castle Cary & surrounding areas by maintaining the museum for objects connected with the past life of Castle Cary & district and to preserve the antiquities, artefacts and amenities of the town, especially the conservation areas of Castle Cary and Ansford for the benefit of Castle Cary & district, and our visitors (area prescribed by governing document).
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.
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Frequently asked questions about Castle Cary And District Museum And Preservation Society
What does Castle Cary And District Museum And Preservation Society do?
Advancing the education of people of Castle Cary & surrounding areas by maintaining the museum for objects connected with the past life of Castle Cary & district and to preserve the antiquities, artefacts and amenities of the town, especially the conservation areas of Castle Cary and Ansford for the benefit of Castle Cary & district, and our visitors (area prescribed by governing document).
When was Castle Cary And District Museum And Preservation Society registered as a charity?
Castle Cary And District Museum And Preservation Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 April 1989 as charity number 801319. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs Castle Cary And District Museum And Preservation Society?
Castle Cary And District Museum And Preservation Society is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANN BRITTAIN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Castle Cary And District Museum And Preservation Society operate?
Castle Cary And District Museum And Preservation Society operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Castle Cary And District Museum And Preservation Society a registered charity?
Yes — Castle Cary And District Museum And Preservation Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 801319.
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Market Place
Castle Cary
BA7 7AH
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