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Downham Market & District Heritage Society

Downham Market & District Heritage Society collects,preserves and displays artefacts, documents and photographs relating to Downham Market and the surrounding villages. These items have mostly been donated by local residents and the Society operates from a free admission Heritage Centre. The Society attends outside events and has a regular programme of Talks.

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Activities & Mission

Downham Market & District Heritage Society collects,preserves and displays artefacts, documents and photographs relating to Downham Market and the surrounding villages. These items have mostly been donated by local residents and the Society operates from a free admission Heritage Centre. The Society attends outside events and has a regular programme of Talks.

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
£30,203
Latest Expenditure
£31,103

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 103.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 103.0%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£30,203
£31,1030 / 49
2024
£28,673
£26,3190 / 40
2023
£22,810
£15,8590 / 42
2022
£12,012
£19,0240 / 49
2021
£4,933
£8,4830 / 21

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Downham Market & District Heritage Society

What does Downham Market & District Heritage Society do?

Downham Market & District Heritage Society collects,preserves and displays artefacts, documents and photographs relating to Downham Market and the surrounding villages. These items have mostly been donated by local residents and the Society operates from a free admission Heritage Centre. The Society attends outside events and has a regular programme of Talks.

How much income did Downham Market & District Heritage Society report in 2025?

Downham Market & District Heritage Society reported total income of £30k 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 Downham Market & District Heritage Society registered as a charity?

Downham Market & District Heritage Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 October 2013 as charity number 1154267. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs Downham Market & District Heritage Society?

Downham Market & District Heritage Society is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Downham Market & District Heritage Society operate?

Downham Market & District Heritage Society operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Downham Market & District Heritage Society a registered charity?

Yes — Downham Market & District Heritage Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1154267.

Details

Address
Discover Downham
The Old Fire Station
30 Priory Road
DOWNHAM MARKET
Norfolk
PE38 9JS
Registration Date
18 October 2013
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5037383
Charity Number
1154267

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Trustees

Andrew Peter Laing
Diane Drewry
Janet Patch
Sally Dobson
Terry Cox
Zowie Sweetland

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