The Arkwright Society Limited
The Arkwright Society is a registered charity concerned with the education and conservation of Industrial Heritage at the Cromford Mills site, and is part of the Derwent Valley Mill World Heritage Site.
Activities & Mission
The Arkwright Society is a registered charity concerned with the education and conservation of Industrial Heritage at the Cromford Mills site, and is part of the Derwent Valley Mill World Heritage Site.
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
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,512,598 | £2,500,248 | £1,855,884 | £4,191,030 | £0 | 51 / 80 |
| 2024 | £2,052,943 | £1,850,839 | £1,197,837 | £4,178,680 | £0 | 50 / 75 |
| 2023 | £1,501,925 | £1,868,999 | £1,287,154 | £3,887,462 | £0 | 46 / 78 |
| 2022 | £1,543,566 | £1,634,763 | £1,147,671 | £4,218,482 | £0 | 47 / 78 |
| 2021 | £1,929,423 | £1,432,627 | £1,032,694 | £4,313,352 | £0 | 55 / 84 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Arkwright Society Limited
What does The Arkwright Society Limited do?
The Arkwright Society is a registered charity concerned with the education and conservation of Industrial Heritage at the Cromford Mills site, and is part of the Derwent Valley Mill World Heritage Site.
How much income did The Arkwright Society Limited report in 2025?
The Arkwright Society Limited reported total income of £2.51m and reported expenditure of £2.50m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Arkwright Society Limited registered as a charity?
The Arkwright Society Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 April 1985 as charity number 515526. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs The Arkwright Society Limited?
The Arkwright Society Limited is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Rivers CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Arkwright Society Limited operate?
The Arkwright Society Limited operates in Derbyshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Arkwright Society Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Arkwright Society Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 515526.
Details
Cromford Mill
Mill Lane
Cromford
Derbyshire
DE4 3RQ
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