Dorset Archives Trust
Also known as: Friends of Dorset's Archives
Fundraising, educational lectures and social events to help fund the collection, preservation and storage of Dorset's archives.
Activities & Mission
Fundraising, educational lectures and social events to help fund the collection, preservation and storage of Dorset's archives.
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
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £55,276 | £31,466 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £29,896 | £9,880 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £15,817 | £14,991 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £12,570 | £6,654 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £10,729 | £37,391 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Dorset Archives Trust
What does Dorset Archives Trust do?
Fundraising, educational lectures and social events to help fund the collection, preservation and storage of Dorset's archives.
How much income did Dorset Archives Trust report in 2025?
Dorset Archives Trust reported total income of £55k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dorset Archives Trust registered as a charity?
Dorset Archives Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 August 1990 as charity number 1000142. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs Dorset Archives Trust?
Dorset Archives Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christine Ann Fowler. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dorset Archives Trust operate?
Dorset Archives Trust operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Dorset Archives Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Dorset Archives Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1000142.
Details
Bridport Road
DORCHESTER
Dorset
DT1 1RP
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- Friends of Dorset's Archives
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- 14 May 2026
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