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East Grinstead Museum

The Museum holds a collection of records and artefacts related to the town of East Grinstead and its surrounding villages, and to the Queen Victoria Hospital and the WW2 Guinea Pig Club, much of which is on display to the general public at its premises in East Grinstead.

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Activities & Mission

The Museum holds a collection of records and artefacts related to the town of East Grinstead and its surrounding villages, and to the Queen Victoria Hospital and the WW2 Guinea Pig Club, much of which is on display to the general public at its premises in East Grinstead.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£28,567
Latest Expenditure
£67,064

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 234.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 234.8%
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
£28,567
£67,0640 / 45
2024
£62,387
£80,9420 / 70
2023
£41,035
£61,2490 / 65
2022
£41,257
£61,1650 / 78
2021
£200,030
£57,9000 / 70

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Frequently asked questions about East Grinstead Museum

What does East Grinstead Museum do?

The Museum holds a collection of records and artefacts related to the town of East Grinstead and its surrounding villages, and to the Queen Victoria Hospital and the WW2 Guinea Pig Club, much of which is on display to the general public at its premises in East Grinstead.

How much income did East Grinstead Museum report in 2025?

East Grinstead Museum reported total income of £29k and reported expenditure of £67k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was East Grinstead Museum registered as a charity?

East Grinstead Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 February 2017 as charity number 1171561. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs East Grinstead Museum?

East Grinstead Museum is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrew Bliss. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does East Grinstead Museum operate?

East Grinstead Museum operates across 3 areas: East Sussex, Surrey and West Sussex.

Is East Grinstead Museum a registered charity?

Yes — East Grinstead Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171561.

Details

Address
EAST GRINSTEAD MUSEUM
OLD MARKET YARD
CANTELUPE ROAD
EAST GRINSTEAD
RH19 3BJ
Registration Date
9 February 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5091597
Charity Number
1171561

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Trustees

Andrew Bliss Chair
Amy Elizabeth Stone
Dr Heather Hollins
Hugh Kelly
James William Baldwin
Also governs 1 other charity
LESTER WILLIAM MORLEY PORTER
Lucy Buckland
Nyssa Danae Mildwaters
Peter Simon Smith
Stephen Chandler
Stephen Ody

Sectors & Classifications

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