Watchet Market House Museum Society
Also known as: Watchet Museum Society
The objects of the society (as set out in the trust deed) shall be to provide and maintain a museum in Watchet for the benefit of the education of the public and to encourage the study of matters of local history of Watchet and district.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the society (as set out in the trust deed) shall be to provide and maintain a museum in Watchet for the benefit of the education of the public and to encourage the study of matters of local history of Watchet and district.
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
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 | £18,241 | £16,835 | 0 / 55 | |||
| 2024 | £18,347 | £18,196 | 0 / 55 | |||
| 2023 | £16,509 | £22,203 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £15,797 | £25,561 | 0 / 41 | |||
| 2021 | £25,776 | £10,020 | 0 / 43 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Watchet Market House Museum Society
What does Watchet Market House Museum Society do?
The objects of the society (as set out in the trust deed) shall be to provide and maintain a museum in Watchet for the benefit of the education of the public and to encourage the study of matters of local history of Watchet and district.
How much income did Watchet Market House Museum Society report in 2025?
Watchet Market House Museum Society reported total income of £18k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Watchet Market House Museum Society registered as a charity?
Watchet Market House Museum Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 May 1978 as charity number 275645. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs Watchet Market House Museum Society?
Watchet Market House Museum Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is JAMES NICHOLAS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Watchet Market House Museum Society operate?
Watchet Market House Museum Society operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Watchet Market House Museum Society a registered charity?
Yes — Watchet Market House Museum Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 275645.
Details
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Watchet Museum Society
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- 30 July 2026
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