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The Corporation Of Winchelsea

Also known as: Winchelsea Corporation

Winchelsea Corporation oversees the preservation and maintenance of Winchelsea Court Hall and Medieval Town Gates, maintains and manages Winchelsea Museum, and fulfils the ceremonial functions associated with its role as an Ancient Town of the Cinque Ports Confederation.

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Activities & Mission

Winchelsea Corporation oversees the preservation and maintenance of Winchelsea Court Hall and Medieval Town Gates, maintains and manages Winchelsea Museum, and fulfils the ceremonial functions associated with its role as an Ancient Town of the Cinque Ports Confederation.

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
£39,347
Latest Expenditure
£46,805

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 119.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 119.0%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£39,347
£46,8050 / 20
2023
£24,812
£23,0520 / 18
2022
£21,111
£17,9310 / 25
2021
£14,511
£19,2060 / 35

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Frequently asked questions about The Corporation Of Winchelsea

What does The Corporation Of Winchelsea do?

Winchelsea Corporation oversees the preservation and maintenance of Winchelsea Court Hall and Medieval Town Gates, maintains and manages Winchelsea Museum, and fulfils the ceremonial functions associated with its role as an Ancient Town of the Cinque Ports Confederation.

How much income did The Corporation Of Winchelsea report in 2024?

The Corporation Of Winchelsea reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £47k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Corporation Of Winchelsea registered as a charity?

The Corporation Of Winchelsea was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 November 2020 as charity number 1192506. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs The Corporation Of Winchelsea?

The Corporation Of Winchelsea is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter Cosstick. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Corporation Of Winchelsea operate?

The Corporation Of Winchelsea operates across 2 areas: East Sussex and Kent.

Is The Corporation Of Winchelsea a registered charity?

Yes — The Corporation Of Winchelsea is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1192506.

Details

Address
The Court Hall
High Street
Winchelsea
TN36 4EA
Registration Date
24 November 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5171641
Charity Number
1192506

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Trustees

Peter Cosstick Chair
Alison Clare Casey
Also governs 1 other charity
Berenice Scott
Christopher Chappell
Also governs 1 other charity
David Merrifield
Also governs 1 other charity
Ian David Kingham
John McNeil Clarke
JOHN RODLEY
Jonathan Albert Murphy
Michael Melvin
Philip Edward Mack
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev David Page
Stephen John King
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Winchelsea Corporation

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