cowper memorial museum
The charity supports children and young people, elderly people, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups, and the general public. Cowper Memorial Museum is a registered charity whose purpose is education and training. It delivers its work by providing human resources. The charity is based in Olney and operates in Milton Keynes.
This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.
Activities & Mission
The museum commemorates the poet William Cowper, who lived in the house from 1768 to 1786, and his friend the preacher, hymnwriter and slave trade abolitionist John Newton (author of 'Amazing Grace'). It holds an important collection of lace and items relating to the archaeology and history of Olney and its surrounding villages. The historic gardens include Cowper's original summer house/study.
Fundraising
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Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £117,113 | £120,520 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2024 | £172,144 | £223,016 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2023 | £184,867 | £138,223 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2022 | £73,720 | £53,835 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2021 | £83,796 | £59,063 | 0 / 100 |
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Details
EMBERTON
OLNEY
MK46 5JA
Registry Information
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Also Known As
- COWPER AND NEWTON MUSEUM - HOME OF OLNEYS HERITAGE