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The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset

Also known as: Fotmos

THE CHARITY SUPPORTS THE MUSEUM OF SOMERSET BY MAKING SPECIFIC DONATIONS TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OR CONSERVATION OF OBJECTS. THERE IS A MONTHLY PROGRAMME OF HIGH QUALITY, INFORMATIVE AND INTERESTING TALKS HELD AT THE MUSEUM AND OCCASIONAL VISITS TO PLACES OF INTEREST.

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Activities & Mission

THE CHARITY SUPPORTS THE MUSEUM OF SOMERSET BY MAKING SPECIFIC DONATIONS TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OR CONSERVATION OF OBJECTS. THERE IS A MONTHLY PROGRAMME OF HIGH QUALITY, INFORMATIVE AND INTERESTING TALKS HELD AT THE MUSEUM AND OCCASIONAL VISITS TO PLACES OF INTEREST.

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£5,764
Latest Expenditure
£2,340

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 40.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 40.6%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£5,764
£2,3400 / 0
2024
£6,354
£11,6970 / 0
2023
£4,851
£3,5580 / 0
2022
£3,897
£3,5450 / 0
2021
£2,033
£1,6100 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset

What does The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset do?

THE CHARITY SUPPORTS THE MUSEUM OF SOMERSET BY MAKING SPECIFIC DONATIONS TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OR CONSERVATION OF OBJECTS. THERE IS A MONTHLY PROGRAMME OF HIGH QUALITY, INFORMATIVE AND INTERESTING TALKS HELD AT THE MUSEUM AND OCCASIONAL VISITS TO PLACES OF INTEREST.

How much income did The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset report in 2025?

The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £2k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset registered as a charity?

The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 March 2020 as charity number 1188706. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset?

The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER DAVID COOPER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset operate?

The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset a registered charity?

Yes — The Friends Of The Museum Of Somerset is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1188706.

Details

Address
Park Field Cottage
Langford Budville
WELLINGTON
Somerset
TA21 0QU
Registration Date
23 March 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5157351
Charity Number
1188706

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Trustees

CHRISTOPHER DAVID COOPER Chair
BARBARA ROSEMARY COOPER
Also governs 1 other charity
BRIAN JAMES HUNTER
CHRISTINE MAY JESSOP
Also governs 1 other charity
DONALD EDWARD RUFFELL
Lauraine Newcombe
MARION PATRICIA HOLLEY
Veronica Matthews
Also governs 1 other charity
WENDY FLINT

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Fotmos

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