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The Cobbe Collection Trust

PROMOTING PUBLIC KNOWLEDGE AND APPRECIATION OF THE ART OF KEYBOARD MUSIC. ACQUISITION OF HISTORIC KEYBOARDS, AND EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC AND PERFORMERS IN PRESERVATION, RESTORATION AND PERFORMANCE OF HISTORIC KEYBOARDS. PROMOTING MAINTENANCE AND ENHANCEMENT OF BUILDINGS OF ARCHITECTURAL OR HISTORIC INTEREST, AND THE CONTENTS THEREOF INCLUDING "THE COLLECTION" REFERRED TO ABOVE.

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Activities & Mission

PROMOTING PUBLIC KNOWLEDGE AND APPRECIATION OF THE ART OF KEYBOARD MUSIC. ACQUISITION OF HISTORIC KEYBOARDS, AND EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC AND PERFORMERS IN PRESERVATION, RESTORATION AND PERFORMANCE OF HISTORIC KEYBOARDS. PROMOTING MAINTENANCE AND ENHANCEMENT OF BUILDINGS OF ARCHITECTURAL OR HISTORIC INTEREST, AND THE CONTENTS THEREOF INCLUDING "THE COLLECTION" REFERRED TO ABOVE.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£82,648
Latest Expenditure
£131,747

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 159.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 159.4%
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 2024.

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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£82,648
£131,7470 / 5
2023
£60,909
£136,3010 / 1
2022
£175,192
£188,8580 / 2
2021
£84,431
£48,4180 / 0
2020
£56,425
£166,7310 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Cobbe Collection Trust

What does The Cobbe Collection Trust do?

PROMOTING PUBLIC KNOWLEDGE AND APPRECIATION OF THE ART OF KEYBOARD MUSIC. ACQUISITION OF HISTORIC KEYBOARDS, AND EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC AND PERFORMERS IN PRESERVATION, RESTORATION AND PERFORMANCE OF HISTORIC KEYBOARDS. PROMOTING MAINTENANCE AND ENHANCEMENT OF BUILDINGS OF ARCHITECTURAL OR HISTORIC INTEREST, AND THE CONTENTS THEREOF INCLUDING "THE COLLECTION" REFERRED TO ABOVE.

How much income did The Cobbe Collection Trust report in 2024?

The Cobbe Collection Trust reported total income of £83k and reported expenditure of £132k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Cobbe Collection Trust registered as a charity?

The Cobbe Collection Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 March 1997 as charity number 1061338. It has been registered for 29 years.

Who runs The Cobbe Collection Trust?

The Cobbe Collection Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Cobbe Collection Trust operate?

The Cobbe Collection Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Cobbe Collection Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Cobbe Collection Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1061338.

Details

Address
3 BIRTLEY COURTYARD
BIRTLEY ROAD
BRAMLEY
GU5 0LA
Registration Date
17 March 1997
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3036364
Charity Number
1061338

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Trustees

DAVID NIALL CAMPBELL
MR GEOFF RICHARDS
Also governs 1 other charity
Rt Hon Lady Caroline Egremont
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SIR HUGH ASHLEY ROBERTS
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