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Saddleworth Museum

To collect and preserve historical material relevant to Saddleworth.To provide displays and exhibitions using the collections.To work with schools and other organisations.To develop the Art gallery as a multi purpose space to provide cultural and social functions at the Museum.To act as a community resource for groups, charities and individuals to provide community services to the area.

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Activities & Mission

To collect and preserve historical material relevant to Saddleworth.To provide displays and exhibitions using the collections.To work with schools and other organisations.To develop the Art gallery as a multi purpose space to provide cultural and social functions at the Museum.To act as a community resource for groups, charities and individuals to provide community services to the area.

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.

Show all 7 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£129,743
Latest Expenditure
£72,494

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 55.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 55.9%
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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2024 — Tanner Trust (organisation 1021175)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£129,743
£72,4940 / 25
2024
£60,337
£65,3370 / 25
2023
£62,112
£59,4970 / 20
2022
£60,970
£57,3450 / 25
2021
£66,345
£82,0860 / 25

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Frequently asked questions about Saddleworth Museum

What does Saddleworth Museum do?

To collect and preserve historical material relevant to Saddleworth.To provide displays and exhibitions using the collections.To work with schools and other organisations.To develop the Art gallery as a multi purpose space to provide cultural and social functions at the Museum.To act as a community resource for groups, charities and individuals to provide community services to the area.

How much income did Saddleworth Museum report in 2025?

Saddleworth Museum reported total income of £130k and reported expenditure of £72k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Saddleworth Museum registered as a charity?

Saddleworth Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 September 1964 as charity number 528225. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs Saddleworth Museum?

Saddleworth Museum is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Saddleworth Museum operate?

Saddleworth Museum operates across 7 areas, including Bradford City, Calderdale, City Of Wakefield and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Saddleworth Museum a registered charity?

Yes — Saddleworth Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 528225.

Details

Address
SADDLEWORTH MUSEUM
HIGH STREET
UPPERMILL
OLDHAM
OL3 6HS
Registration Date
3 September 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
528225
Charity Number
528225

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Trustees

NEIL BARROW
STEPHEN WHITEHEAD

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