Mersea Island Museum Trust
Maintaining a Museum for Mersea Island and the neighbourhood.
Activities & Mission
Maintaining a Museum for Mersea Island and the neighbourhood.
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £14,735 | £10,550 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £14,873 | £16,554 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £21,110 | £17,880 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2020 | £16,308 | £8,323 | 0 / 60 |
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Frequently asked questions about Mersea Island Museum Trust
What does Mersea Island Museum Trust do?
Maintaining a Museum for Mersea Island and the neighbourhood.
How much income did Mersea Island Museum Trust report in 2024?
Mersea Island Museum Trust reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £11k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Mersea Island Museum Trust registered as a charity?
Mersea Island Museum Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 August 1976 as charity number 271818. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs Mersea Island Museum Trust?
Mersea Island Museum Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Mersea Island Museum Trust operate?
Mersea Island Museum Trust operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Mersea Island Museum Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Mersea Island Museum Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 271818.
Details
12 High Street
West Mersea
COLCHESTER
CO5 8QD
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- 30 July 2026
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