Lowestoft Museum

To promote and operate a Museum that is open to the public. The Museum is run solely by volunteers.

Activities & Mission

To promote and operate a Museum that is open to the public. The Museum is run solely by volunteers.

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

Suffolk

Financial Information

Latest Income

£140,685

Latest Expenditure

£35,070

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 24.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 24.9%

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£140,685	£35,070	0 / 23
2024	£149,508	£10,555	0 / 25
2023	£14,366	£11,780	0 / 32
2022	£10,640	£17,036	0 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Lowestoft Museum

What does Lowestoft Museum do?

To promote and operate a Museum that is open to the public. The Museum is run solely by volunteers.

How much income did Lowestoft Museum report in 2025?

Lowestoft Museum reported total income of £141k and reported expenditure of £35k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Lowestoft Museum registered as a charity?

Lowestoft Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 August 1974 as charity number 268011. It has been registered for 52 years.

Who runs Lowestoft Museum?

Lowestoft Museum is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rodney Duerden. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Lowestoft Museum operate?

Lowestoft Museum operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Lowestoft Museum a registered charity?

Yes — Lowestoft Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 268011.