Orford Museum CIO
Also known as: Om, Orford Museum
Orford Museum exists for the advancement of the education of the public in the history of the six parishes of Orford and Gedgrave, Sudbourne, Iken, Chillesford, Butley and Tunstall by providing and maintaining a museum and by protecting and conserving the collection held by the museum.
Activities & Mission
Orford Museum exists for the advancement of the education of the public in the history of the six parishes of Orford and Gedgrave, Sudbourne, Iken, Chillesford, Butley and Tunstall by providing and maintaining a museum and by protecting and conserving the collection held by the museum.
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.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2020 — Orford Museum Trust (organisation 1052307)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £26,032 | £31,389 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £14,129 | £33,342 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £4,876 | £22,544 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £17,012 | £14,149 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2020 | £16,954 | £18,409 | 0 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Orford Museum CIO
What does Orford Museum CIO do?
Orford Museum exists for the advancement of the education of the public in the history of the six parishes of Orford and Gedgrave, Sudbourne, Iken, Chillesford, Butley and Tunstall by providing and maintaining a museum and by protecting and conserving the collection held by the museum.
How much income did Orford Museum CIO report in 2024?
Orford Museum CIO reported total income of £26k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Orford Museum CIO registered as a charity?
Orford Museum CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 June 2019 as charity number 1183699. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Orford Museum CIO?
Orford Museum CIO is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is ELIZABETH MARY STUART SPINNEY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Orford Museum CIO operate?
Orford Museum CIO operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Orford Museum CIO a registered charity?
Yes — Orford Museum CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1183699.
Details
UNIT 3
POTKINS LANE
ORFORD
WOODBRIDGE
IP12 2SS
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Also Known As
- Om
- Orford Museum
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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