The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums
Also known as: Friends of Leeds City and Abbeyhouse Museums
We exist to develop greater interest in our museums the funds we raise are used to buy artifacts, pictures etc which Leeds City Council cannot purchase from its own funds
Activities & Mission
We exist to develop greater interest in our museums the funds we raise are used to buy artifacts, pictures etc which Leeds City Council cannot purchase from its own funds
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
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £17,109 | £15,805 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £14,547 | £10,158 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £11,826 | £12,851 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums
What does The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums do?
We exist to develop greater interest in our museums the funds we raise are used to buy artifacts, pictures etc which Leeds City Council cannot purchase from its own funds
How much income did The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums report in 2025?
The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums registered as a charity?
The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 February 1972 as charity number 501376. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums?
The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOHN LUXTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums operate?
The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums operates in Leeds City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of The Leeds City Museums is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 501376.
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- Friends of Leeds City and Abbeyhouse Museums
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- 14 May 2026
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