Museums Essex

Museums Essex supports museums, galleries and heritage organisations deliver cultural and learning excellence in Essex. Its principal activities are: co-funding and supporting the Museum Development Officer to provide advice, Accreditation support and advocacy for archives, museums and galleries in Essex; four thematic networking meetings a year in heritage venues and a small grants programme.

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Activities & Mission

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

Essex

Financial Information

Latest Income

£9,002

Latest Expenditure

£5,652

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 62.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 62.8%

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	£9,002	£5,652	0 / 0
2024	£6,389	£6,525	0 / 0
2023	£3,833	£2,461	0 / 0
2022	£6,447	£16,559	0 / 1
2021	£1,634	£1,622	0 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Museums Essex

What does Museums Essex do?

How much income did Museums Essex report in 2025?

Museums Essex reported total income of £9k and reported expenditure of £6k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Museums Essex registered as a charity?

Museums Essex was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 June 2013 as charity number 1152493. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs Museums Essex?

Museums Essex is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Polly Jane Redman. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Museums Essex operate?

Museums Essex operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Museums Essex a registered charity?

Yes — Museums Essex is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152493.