Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries
Also known as: Friends of the Colchester and Essex Museum and Art Gallery
To support the operation of the Colchester Museums and to enhance it's collections.
Activities & Mission
To support the operation of the Colchester Museums and to enhance it's collections.
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.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £16,979 | £15,586 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £54,554 | £17,346 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £11,293 | £7,993 | 0 / 12 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries
What does Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries do?
To support the operation of the Colchester Museums and to enhance it's collections.
How much income did Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries report in 2025?
Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries registered as a charity?
Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 March 1964 as charity number 310669. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries?
Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Raymond Ian CANTRELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries operate?
Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of Colchester Museums And Art Galleries is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 310669.
Details
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Friends of the Colchester and Essex Museum and Art Gallery
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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