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Woodbridge Museum

To advance the education of the public by the provision and maintenance of a museum in or near Woodbridge for the exhibition to the public of specimens of the fine and useful arts, ethnology, archaeology, geology, botany and natural history with particular reference to Woodbridge and the surrounding area.

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Activities & Mission

To advance the education of the public by the provision and maintenance of a museum in or near Woodbridge for the exhibition to the public of specimens of the fine and useful arts, ethnology, archaeology, geology, botany and natural history with particular reference to Woodbridge and the surrounding area.

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
£60,787
Latest Expenditure
£53,385

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 87.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 87.8%
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.

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2024 — Woodbridge Museum Trust (organisation 276373)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£60,787
£53,3850 / 64
2024
£32,303
£28,9530 / 58
2023
£19,932
£18,7940 / 45
2022
£0
£00 / 45

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Frequently asked questions about Woodbridge Museum

What does Woodbridge Museum do?

To advance the education of the public by the provision and maintenance of a museum in or near Woodbridge for the exhibition to the public of specimens of the fine and useful arts, ethnology, archaeology, geology, botany and natural history with particular reference to Woodbridge and the surrounding area.

How much income did Woodbridge Museum report in 2025?

Woodbridge Museum reported total income of £61k and reported expenditure of £53k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Woodbridge Museum registered as a charity?

Woodbridge Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 April 2021 as charity number 1194042. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs Woodbridge Museum?

Woodbridge Museum is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Martin Thomas Sylvester. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Woodbridge Museum operate?

Woodbridge Museum operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Woodbridge Museum a registered charity?

Yes — Woodbridge Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194042.

Details

Address
Heritage Building
Whisstock's Place
Tide Mill Way
Woodbridge
Suffolk
IP12 1FP
Registration Date
9 April 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5177750
Charity Number
1194042

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Trustees

Martin Thomas Sylvester Chair
Andrew John Pritchatt
Christine Holding
Dr Ann Elizabeth Clutton BA, PhD
Hazel Judith Richards
Also governs 1 other charity
Lindsay Jane Duckworth
Michael David Cullington B.Sc
Nicola Louise Hopwood

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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