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The David Parr House

Assist in the funding of the David Parr House, its collection and activities by seeking contributions from individuals and organisations.To oversee the conservation of the David Parr House and protect it for present and future generations.Work with a wide range of professionals and volunteers to develop creative, inspiring and accessible ways to showcase the heritage and arts within the house.

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Activities & Mission

Assist in the funding of the David Parr House, its collection and activities by seeking contributions from individuals and organisations.To oversee the conservation of the David Parr House and protect it for present and future generations.Work with a wide range of professionals and volunteers to develop creative, inspiring and accessible ways to showcase the heritage and arts within the house.

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
£996,546
Latest Expenditure
£382,676

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 33.6%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 14% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 724). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 87.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 25% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 14.4%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 18% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £821,443
Charitable Activities £44,194
Other Trading £74,404
Investments £56,505
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £335,073
Raising Funds £47,603
Governance £7,404
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

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
2025
£996,546
£382,676£335,073£3,214,763£55,0004 / 40
2024
£144,839
£146,8070 / 40
2023
£464,185
£181,1170 / 40
2022
£146,404
£144,8390 / 35
2021
£125,344
£58,9210 / 24

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The David Parr House

What does The David Parr House do?

Assist in the funding of the David Parr House, its collection and activities by seeking contributions from individuals and organisations.To oversee the conservation of the David Parr House and protect it for present and future generations.Work with a wide range of professionals and volunteers to develop creative, inspiring and accessible ways to showcase the heritage and arts within the house.

How much income did The David Parr House report in 2025?

The David Parr House reported total income of £997k and reported expenditure of £383k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The David Parr House?

The David Parr House has a program ratio of 33.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 14% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 724 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The David Parr House registered as a charity?

The David Parr House was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 March 2014 as charity number 1156298. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs The David Parr House?

The David Parr House is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sarah Wimhurst. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The David Parr House operate?

The David Parr House operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The David Parr House a registered charity?

Yes — The David Parr House is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156298.

Details

Address
184/186 GWYDIR STREET
CAMBRIDGE
CB1 2LW
Registration Date
20 March 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5043566
Charity Number
1156298

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Trustees

Sarah Wimhurst Chair
Christina Helen McGregor
Katherine Mary Drake
Michael Muller
Susan Elizabeth Miller

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