Chesham Museum

The aim of Chesham Museum is to educate visitors in the rich history of the town and the surrounding areas, for the benefit of both local residents and visitors. Our objectives are to display and promote aspects of local history, and as part of this to involve visitors in local history projects.

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Activities & Mission

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

Buckinghamshire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£12,932

Latest Expenditure

£6,840

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 52.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 52.9%

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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2018 — Chesham Museum (organisation 4011171)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£12,932	£6,840	0 / 40
2024	£8,881	£13,879	0 / 30
2023	£5,053	£3,083	0 / 30
2022	£15,427	£2,566	0 / 20
2021	£2,914	£2,470	0 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Chesham Museum

What does Chesham Museum do?

How much income did Chesham Museum report in 2025?

Chesham Museum reported total income of £13k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Chesham Museum registered as a charity?

Chesham Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 April 2017 as charity number 1172671. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Chesham Museum?

Chesham Museum is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter Squire. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Chesham Museum operate?

Chesham Museum operates in Buckinghamshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Chesham Museum a registered charity?

Yes — Chesham Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172671.