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The Cater Museum

The purpose of the museum is to maintain a base for the public benefit for the exhibition of local antiques and other objects of interest for the benefit and use of the inhabitants of and visitors to Billericay and the surrounding area. The museum's aim is to foster within the community an appreciation and understanding of local history and the town's heritage.

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Activities & Mission

The purpose of the museum is to maintain a base for the public benefit for the exhibition of local antiques and other objects of interest for the benefit and use of the inhabitants of and visitors to Billericay and the surrounding area. The museum's aim is to foster within the community an appreciation and understanding of local history and the town's heritage.

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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

Latest Income
£24,812
Latest Expenditure
£49,046

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 197.7%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£24,812
£49,0460 / 4
2024
£23,793
£60,1130 / 3
2023
£24,852
£28,9060 / 3
2022
£31,495
£25,1880 / 5
2021
£33,136
£30,1570 / 6

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Frequently asked questions about The Cater Museum

What does The Cater Museum do?

The purpose of the museum is to maintain a base for the public benefit for the exhibition of local antiques and other objects of interest for the benefit and use of the inhabitants of and visitors to Billericay and the surrounding area. The museum's aim is to foster within the community an appreciation and understanding of local history and the town's heritage.

How much income did The Cater Museum report in 2025?

The Cater Museum reported total income of £25k and reported expenditure of £49k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Cater Museum registered as a charity?

The Cater Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 January 2014 as charity number 1155407. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs The Cater Museum?

The Cater Museum is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Cater Museum operate?

The Cater Museum operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Cater Museum a registered charity?

Yes — The Cater Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155407.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
21 January 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5041554
Charity Number
1155407

Trustees

Andrew David Jarvis
Kevin Peter Bates
Malcolm Kenneth Acors
Maureen Rose Lee
Patrick Leonard Rothon
Richard John Barnes
Also governs 1 other charity
Terry John Gregson

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2 November 2026
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