The Burton At Bideford
Also known as: Burton Art Gallery & Museum
To advance education and the arts in particular by the establishment of a museum and art gallery which promotes public knowledge, enjoyment and appreciation of the arts, local heritage and learning.
Activities & Mission
To advance education and the arts in particular by the establishment of a museum and art gallery which promotes public knowledge, enjoyment and appreciation of the arts, local heritage and learning.
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
Higher than 40% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 58% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £578,785 | £467,058 | £467,058 | £399,862 | £264,843 | 8 / 58 |
| 2024 | £435,499 | £419,140 | 0 / 55 | |||
| 2023 | £423,045 | £409,725 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £421,108 | £396,032 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £415,968 | £366,689 | 0 / 35 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Burton At Bideford
What does The Burton At Bideford do?
To advance education and the arts in particular by the establishment of a museum and art gallery which promotes public knowledge, enjoyment and appreciation of the arts, local heritage and learning.
How much income did The Burton At Bideford report in 2025?
The Burton At Bideford reported total income of £579k and reported expenditure of £467k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Burton At Bideford?
The Burton At Bideford has a program ratio of 80.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 40% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Burton At Bideford registered as a charity?
The Burton At Bideford was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 February 2016 as charity number 1165520. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs The Burton At Bideford?
The Burton At Bideford is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robert Hugo Millward. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Burton At Bideford operate?
The Burton At Bideford operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Burton At Bideford a registered charity?
Yes — The Burton At Bideford is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165520.
Details
Kingsley Road
BIDEFORD
EX39 2QQ
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Also Known As
- Burton Art Gallery & Museum
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated