Gainsborough's House Society
Also known as: Gainsborough's House, Ghs
Gainsborough's House aim is to promote the wider knowledge, apprecaition and enjoyment of the art of Thomas Gainsborough within the context of the eighteenth century and the inspiration of the Suffolk landscape and to preserve and enhance Gainsborough's House and its collections for the benefit of present and future generations.
Activities & Mission
Gainsborough's House aim is to promote the wider knowledge, apprecaition and enjoyment of the art of Thomas Gainsborough within the context of the eighteenth century and the inspiration of the Suffolk landscape and to preserve and enhance Gainsborough's House and its collections for the benefit of present and future generations.
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.
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Financial Information
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Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £1,086,811 | £1,356,022 | £940,494 | £18,433,737 | £737,067 | 13 / 62 |
| 2024 | £1,304,541 | £1,415,758 | £1,120,606 | £18,162,549 | £1,126,529 | 23 / 200 |
| 2023 | £1,975,004 | £2,206,331 | £1,996,178 | £11,540,867 | £464,336 | 19 / 250 |
| 2022 | £3,675,651 | £3,261,986 | £3,198,379 | £11,025,960 | £433,275 | 9 / 200 |
| 2021 | £3,105,431 | £2,750,974 | £2,708,002 | £11,595,642 | £355,864 | 13 / 200 |
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Frequently asked questions about Gainsborough's House Society
What does Gainsborough's House Society do?
Gainsborough's House aim is to promote the wider knowledge, apprecaition and enjoyment of the art of Thomas Gainsborough within the context of the eighteenth century and the inspiration of the Suffolk landscape and to preserve and enhance Gainsborough's House and its collections for the benefit of present and future generations.
How much income did Gainsborough's House Society report in 2025?
Gainsborough's House Society reported total income of £1.09m and reported expenditure of £1.36m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Gainsborough's House Society registered as a charity?
Gainsborough's House Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 November 2016 as charity number 1170048. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Gainsborough's House Society?
Gainsborough's House Society is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Simon Douglas Ofield-Kerr. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Gainsborough's House Society operate?
Gainsborough's House Society operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Gainsborough's House Society a registered charity?
Yes — Gainsborough's House Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1170048.
Details
GAINSBOROUGHS HOUSE
46-47 GAINSBOROUGH STREET
SUDBURY
CO10 2EU
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