The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums
Also known as: Foim
The Friends of the Ipswich Museums is an organisation which supports the work of the Ipswich Museum, Christchurch Mansion and the High Street Art Gallery. We help with grants for new museum acquisitions, conservation work, exhibitions and museum development. We hold talks, excursions and social events throughout the year to keep our membership involved in everything that we do.
Activities & Mission
The Friends of the Ipswich Museums is an organisation which supports the work of the Ipswich Museum, Christchurch Mansion and the High Street Art Gallery. We help with grants for new museum acquisitions, conservation work, exhibitions and museum development. We hold talks, excursions and social events throughout the year to keep our membership involved in everything that we do.
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2019 — The Friends of the Ipswich Museums (organisation 275527)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £23,282 | £8,765 | 0 / 11 | |||
| 2024 | £211,185 | £243,490 | 0 / 11 | |||
| 2023 | £33,745 | £22,973 | 0 / 11 | |||
| 2022 | £186,051 | £182,190 | 0 / 11 | |||
| 2021 | £16,825 | £25,423 | 0 / 11 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums
What does The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums do?
The Friends of the Ipswich Museums is an organisation which supports the work of the Ipswich Museum, Christchurch Mansion and the High Street Art Gallery. We help with grants for new museum acquisitions, conservation work, exhibitions and museum development. We hold talks, excursions and social events throughout the year to keep our membership involved in everything that we do.
How much income did The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums report in 2025?
The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums reported total income of £23k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums registered as a charity?
The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 June 2019 as charity number 1184000. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums?
The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD WILSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums operate?
The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of The Ipswich Museums is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1184000.
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Also Known As
- Foim
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- 2 November 2026
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