The Sainsbury Archive
The object of The Sainsbury Archive is to advance education for the public benefit by collecting, maintaining and displaying items and documents relating to the history of Sainsbury's and the family of John James Sainsbury.
Activities & Mission
The object of The Sainsbury Archive is to advance education for the public benefit by collecting, maintaining and displaying items and documents relating to the history of Sainsbury's and the family of John James Sainsbury.
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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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 | £293,743 | £282,193 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £288,683 | £285,260 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £282,136 | £263,942 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £284,977 | £251,094 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £309,224 | £227,478 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Sainsbury Archive
What does The Sainsbury Archive do?
The object of The Sainsbury Archive is to advance education for the public benefit by collecting, maintaining and displaying items and documents relating to the history of Sainsbury's and the family of John James Sainsbury.
How much income did The Sainsbury Archive report in 2025?
The Sainsbury Archive reported total income of £294k and reported expenditure of £282k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Sainsbury Archive registered as a charity?
The Sainsbury Archive was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 March 2003 as charity number 1096454. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs The Sainsbury Archive?
The Sainsbury Archive is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is TIMOTHY FALLOWFIELD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sainsbury Archive operate?
The Sainsbury Archive operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Sainsbury Archive a registered charity?
Yes — The Sainsbury Archive is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1096454.
Details
5 Wilton Road
LONDON
SW1V 1AP
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