Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries
Also known as: Friends of Southampton Museums and Galleries, Friends of Southampton's Museums and Galleries, Fosmag
TO ADVANCE PUBLIC APPRECIATION OF ARTS AND CRAFTS BY THE PROMOTION, SUPPORT, ASSISTANCE AND IMPROVEMENT OF SOUTHAMPTON'S MUSEUMS, ARCHIVES AND GALLERIES IN CO-OPERATION WITH THEIR MANAGEMENT AND STAFF.
Activities & Mission
TO ADVANCE PUBLIC APPRECIATION OF ARTS AND CRAFTS BY THE PROMOTION, SUPPORT, ASSISTANCE AND IMPROVEMENT OF SOUTHAMPTON'S MUSEUMS, ARCHIVES AND GALLERIES IN CO-OPERATION WITH THEIR MANAGEMENT AND STAFF.
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 2023.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2023 — The George Dannatt Trust (organisation 294103)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £15,127 | £14,714 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2022 | £92,188 | £4,503 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £11,943 | £9,783 | 0 / 5 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries
What does Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries do?
TO ADVANCE PUBLIC APPRECIATION OF ARTS AND CRAFTS BY THE PROMOTION, SUPPORT, ASSISTANCE AND IMPROVEMENT OF SOUTHAMPTON'S MUSEUMS, ARCHIVES AND GALLERIES IN CO-OPERATION WITH THEIR MANAGEMENT AND STAFF.
How much income did Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries report in 2023?
Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £15k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries registered as a charity?
Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 November 1977 as charity number 274492. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries?
Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Timothy Andrew Craven. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries operate?
Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries operates in Southampton City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of Southampton's Museums, Archives And Galleries is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 274492.
Details
CIVIC CENTRE
SOUTHAMPTON
SO14 7LP
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Also Known As
- Friends of Southampton Museums and Galleries
- Friends of Southampton's Museums and Galleries
- Fosmag
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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