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The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust

Also known as: Soldiers of Oxfordshire

The purpose of The Soldiers of Oxfordshire Trust is to collect, document, preserve, display and to provide greater access to the material and stories that convey the military life of Oxfordshire and its people through the museum and associated activities. By providing a home in a purpose built museum, SOFO operates a museum increasing public access to this material.

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Activities & Mission

The purpose of The Soldiers of Oxfordshire Trust is to collect, document, preserve, display and to provide greater access to the material and stories that convey the military life of Oxfordshire and its people through the museum and associated activities. By providing a home in a purpose built museum, SOFO operates a museum increasing public access to this material.

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

Latest Income
£213,312
Latest Expenditure
£373,200

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 175.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 175.0%
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
£213,312
£373,2000 / 10
2024
£126,384
£413,1680 / 10
2023
£116,852
£299,3600 / 21
2022
£247,144
£264,7380 / 25
2021
£206,419
£259,3630 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust

What does The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust do?

The purpose of The Soldiers of Oxfordshire Trust is to collect, document, preserve, display and to provide greater access to the material and stories that convey the military life of Oxfordshire and its people through the museum and associated activities. By providing a home in a purpose built museum, SOFO operates a museum increasing public access to this material.

How much income did The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust report in 2025?

The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust reported total income of £213k and reported expenditure of £373k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust registered as a charity?

The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 January 2012 as charity number 1145408. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust?

The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is David John Shouesmith BEd MBA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust operate?

The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Soldiers Of Oxfordshire Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1145408.

Details

Address
SOFO
Office
Harrisons Lane
WOODSTOCK
Oxfordshire
OX20 1SS
Registration Date
11 January 2012
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5024287
Charity Number
1145408

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Trustees

David John Shouesmith BEd MBA Chair
Brigadier Anthony Duncan Harking OBE
Heather Rosemary Carter
Henry John Spilberg BA
James Andrew Seddon
Also governs 1 other charity
Lt Col Retd Richard Hugh Belbin
Lynda Susan Atkins
Also governs 1 other charity
Mike Montagu
Penelope Ann Stocks
Prof Peter Anthony Glees
Rev Sarah Bourne
Also governs 1 other charity
Thomas George Johnstone
Also governs 2 other charities

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Soldiers of Oxfordshire

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