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Museum Of British Folklore

Also known as: Mobf

The Museum of British Folklore produces talks, events and exhibitions to educate the general public about seasonal British customs and traditions and raises funds to establish the UK's first permanent home of British Folklore.

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Activities & Mission

The Museum of British Folklore produces talks, events and exhibitions to educate the general public about seasonal British customs and traditions and raises funds to establish the UK's first permanent home of British Folklore.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£16,714
Latest Expenditure
£20,558

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 123.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 123.0%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£16,714
£20,5580 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Museum Of British Folklore

What does Museum Of British Folklore do?

The Museum of British Folklore produces talks, events and exhibitions to educate the general public about seasonal British customs and traditions and raises funds to establish the UK's first permanent home of British Folklore.

How much income did Museum Of British Folklore report in 2024?

Museum Of British Folklore reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Museum Of British Folklore registered as a charity?

Museum Of British Folklore was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 February 2014 as charity number 1155674. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs Museum Of British Folklore?

Museum Of British Folklore is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is SUSAN NICOLA PRICHARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Museum Of British Folklore operate?

Museum Of British Folklore operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Museum Of British Folklore a registered charity?

Yes — Museum Of British Folklore is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155674.

Details

Address
2 Dockacre Road
LAUNCESTON
Cornwall
PL15 8BW
Registration Date
6 February 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5031000
Charity Number
1155674

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Trustees

SUSAN NICOLA PRICHARD Chair
FRANK HARGRAVE
HARRIET ANSTRUTHER
LOUISE FENTON
Also governs 1 other charity
Nic McElhatton
SHARON DAY
TINA TEMPLE-MORRIS

Also Known As

  • Mobf

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