Wessex Museums Trust
Also known as: Wessex Museums Partnership
The major museums that tell the story of Wessex (Dorset Museum, Poole Museum, The Salisbury Museum, Swindon Museums and Wiltshire Museum) working in partnership to support the museum services, activities and facilities of accredited museums in Dorset and Wiltshire.
Activities & Mission
The major museums that tell the story of Wessex (Dorset Museum, Poole Museum, The Salisbury Museum, Swindon Museums and Wiltshire Museum) working in partnership to support the museum services, activities and facilities of accredited museums in Dorset and Wiltshire.
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.
Financial Information
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Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £487,531 | £560,013 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £546,674 | £385,404 | £385,404 | £183,362 | £41,180 | 5 / 1 |
| 2023 | £101,203 | £136,795 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £97,625 | £78,496 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £56,638 | £21,772 | 0 / 5 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Wessex Museums Trust
What does Wessex Museums Trust do?
The major museums that tell the story of Wessex (Dorset Museum, Poole Museum, The Salisbury Museum, Swindon Museums and Wiltshire Museum) working in partnership to support the museum services, activities and facilities of accredited museums in Dorset and Wiltshire.
How much income did Wessex Museums Trust report in 2025?
Wessex Museums Trust reported total income of £488k and reported expenditure of £560k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Wessex Museums Trust registered as a charity?
Wessex Museums Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 January 2017 as charity number 1171104. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Wessex Museums Trust?
Wessex Museums Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wessex Museums Trust operate?
Wessex Museums Trust operates across 4 areas: Dorset, Poole, Swindon and Wiltshire.
Is Wessex Museums Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Wessex Museums Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171104.
Details
Waverley House
115-119 Holdenhurst Road
BOURNEMOUTH
BH8 8DY
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- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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