The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life
Beck Isle Museum cares for around 60,000 objects which are used to catalogue and preserve the history of the local market town, with particular reference to Pickering and the wider Ryedale area. Focus is placed on education through the use of objects in displays, exhibitions and events, and the museum seeks to engage schools, groups and the local community through outreach programmes.
Activities & Mission
Beck Isle Museum cares for around 60,000 objects which are used to catalogue and preserve the history of the local market town, with particular reference to Pickering and the wider Ryedale area. Focus is placed on education through the use of objects in displays, exhibitions and events, and the museum seeks to engage schools, groups and the local community through outreach programmes.
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 2015 — Beck Isle Museum of Rural Life (organisation 529658)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £61,736 | £113,250 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2023 | £56,937 | £66,832 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2022 | £57,502 | £85,609 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2021 | £101,650 | £68,161 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2020 | £42,147 | £65,336 | 0 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life
What does The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life do?
Beck Isle Museum cares for around 60,000 objects which are used to catalogue and preserve the history of the local market town, with particular reference to Pickering and the wider Ryedale area. Focus is placed on education through the use of objects in displays, exhibitions and events, and the museum seeks to engage schools, groups and the local community through outreach programmes.
How much income did The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life report in 2024?
The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life reported total income of £62k and reported expenditure of £113k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life registered as a charity?
The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 July 2013 as charity number 1152735. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life?
The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life operate?
The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life operates in North Yorkshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life a registered charity?
Yes — The Pickering Beck Isle Museum Of Rural Life is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152735.
Details
Bridge Street
PICKERING
North Yorkshire
YO18 8DU
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