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Diss Museum

Establishing and maintaining in Diss a public museum for the collection and display of all types of minerals, flora, fauna, documents, handmade articles and all other types of exhibits usually collected for study and display in a public museum and particularly those of local interest and importance.

Activities & Mission

Establishing and maintaining in Diss a public museum for the collection and display of all types of minerals, flora, fauna, documents, handmade articles and all other types of exhibits usually collected for study and display in a public museum and particularly those of local interest and importance.

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
£19,786
Latest Expenditure
£16,793

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 84.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 84.9%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£19,786
£16,7930 / 30
2024
£15,384
£16,4080 / 30
2023
£11,635
£13,4800 / 28
2022
£14,260
£15,4190 / 28
2021
£18,708
£12,9020 / 19

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Diss Museum

What does Diss Museum do?

Establishing and maintaining in Diss a public museum for the collection and display of all types of minerals, flora, fauna, documents, handmade articles and all other types of exhibits usually collected for study and display in a public museum and particularly those of local interest and importance.

How much income did Diss Museum report in 2025?

Diss Museum reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Diss Museum registered as a charity?

Diss Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 July 2016 as charity number 1168112. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Diss Museum?

Diss Museum is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Anthony Philip Hulse. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Diss Museum operate?

Diss Museum operates across 2 areas: Norfolk and Suffolk.

Is Diss Museum a registered charity?

Yes — Diss Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168112.

Details

Address
Diss Museum
11-12 Market Hill
DISS
Norfolk
IP22 4JZ
Registration Date
7 July 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5077141
Charity Number
1168112

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Trustees

Anthony Philip Hulse Chair
Bernadette Margaret Chamley
Dr Francis Edward Hargrave
Eve Elizabeth Caves Coates
Janet Mary Smith
Millie Sarah Howard
Philip Brian Clarke
RICHARD PEATY

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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