shire hall (dorchester) trust
The charity supports the general public. Shire Hall (dorchester) Trust is a registered charity whose purpose is arts, culture, heritage, or science. It delivers its work by providing buildings, facilities, or open space. The charity is based in Dorchester and operates in Dorset.
This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.
Activities & Mission
The Shire Hall (Dorchester)Trust is an independent charity that operates the Historic Courthouse Museum at Dorset's Shire Hall. Our mission is to make Shire Hall into a place that engages visitors with the history of justice and injustice in Dorset and beyond. It inspires people to make a difference to society, politics, and justice for all.
Fundraising
See where Shire Hall (dorchester) Trust is active and find local fundraising opportunities.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £291,923 | £413,121 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £363,552 | £411,414 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £406,024 | £353,707 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £421,483 | £283,094 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2020 | £407,582 | £431,842 | 0 / 75 |
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Details
High West Street
DORCHESTER
DT1 1UY
Registry Information
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