The Silk Heritage Trust
Also known as: Macclesfield Museums Trust, Macclesfield Silk Museum
The objects of the Association are as stated in the Annual Report:(1) The advancement of the education of the public by the provision of museum and ancillary facilities(2) any other charitable purpose for the benefit of the public.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the Association are as stated in the Annual Report:(1) The advancement of the education of the public by the provision of museum and ancillary facilities(2) any other charitable purpose for the benefit of the public.
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
Higher than 77% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 46% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 48% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £635,300 | £670,137 | £653,218 | £1,478,375 | £1,478,375 | 7 / 60 |
| 2024 | £554,800 | £398,934 | £382,232 | £1,513,212 | £309,070 | 5 / 20 |
| 2023 | £361,033 | £470,855 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £498,158 | £455,495 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £405,398 | £345,188 | 0 / 5 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Silk Heritage Trust
What does The Silk Heritage Trust do?
The objects of the Association are as stated in the Annual Report:(1) The advancement of the education of the public by the provision of museum and ancillary facilities(2) any other charitable purpose for the benefit of the public.
How much income did The Silk Heritage Trust report in 2025?
The Silk Heritage Trust reported total income of £635k and reported expenditure of £670k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Silk Heritage Trust?
The Silk Heritage Trust has a program ratio of 102.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 77% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Silk Heritage Trust registered as a charity?
The Silk Heritage Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 November 1987 as charity number 519521. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs The Silk Heritage Trust?
The Silk Heritage Trust is governed by a board of 16 trustees. The chair of trustees is Simon John Spurrell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Silk Heritage Trust operate?
The Silk Heritage Trust operates in Cheshire East, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Silk Heritage Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Silk Heritage Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 519521.
Details
Park Lane
Macclesfield
SK11 6TJ
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Also Known As
- Macclesfield Museums Trust
- Macclesfield Silk Museum
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated