Sturminster Newton Heritage Trust
- Country
- England & Wales
- Charity number
- 1184320
- Status
- Registered
- Registered
- July 8, 2019
- Legal form
- CIO
- Area of benefit
- Local
Address
- Address
- Old Market Cross House
Market Cross
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1AN
Contact
- Phone
- 01258471878
- [email protected]
- Website
sturminsternewton-museum.co.uk
Activities
The object of the CIO is to advance the education of the public in the history and heritage of Sturminster Newton and its surrounding villages.
Objects: The Object Of The CIO Is To Advance The Education Of The Public In The History And Heritage Of Sturminster Newton And Its Surrounding Villages, In Particular, But Not Exclusively By: A) The Maintenance And Management Of An Ancient, Grade Ii* Listed Working Mill And Such Other Historical Sites Deemed To Be The Responsibility Of The CIO; B) The Maintenance And Management Of Sturminster Newton Museum To Nationally Recognised Accreditation Standards Of Governance, Collections Management And Visitor Services; C) Facilitating Access To And The Interpretation Of Other Sites And Buildings Of Historic Interest Within Sturminster Newton And The Surrounding Area Through Management Agreements Or Partnerships With Other Parties As Appropriate; D) Building, Holding In Trust And Caring For A Collection Of Objects From An Area Authorised And Agreed By The Dorset Museums Association, Roughly An Area Governed By The Former Sturminster Newton Rural District Council; E) Making Collections Of Artefacts, Items And Sources Of Historical Interest Accessible To The Public For Their Information And Enjoyment Through Displays And The Provision Of Research Facilities Throughout The Year; F) Actively Engaging With Schools And Adult Interest Groups To Increase Knowledge And Appreciation Of The Local Heritage Through Regular Talks, Events And Targeted Activities;
Classification
- How
- Provides Advocacy/advice/information
- What
- Arts/culture/heritage/science
- Who
- Children/young People, Elderly/old People, People With Disabilities, People Of A Particular Ethnic Or Racial Origin, Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies, The General Public/mankind
Areas of operation
- Local Authority
- Dorset
Finances
| Period end | Income | Expenditure |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 30, 2025 | £30,459 | £32,480 |
| Sept. 30, 2024 | £35,127 | £27,145 |
| Sept. 30, 2023 | £34,925 | £38,983 |
| Sept. 30, 2022 | £32,721 | £37,853 |
| Sept. 30, 2021 | £43,726 | £29,348 |
Trustees
| Name | Appointed |
|---|---|
| Patrick Ager (Chair) | July 8, 2019 |
| Imogen Helene Bittner | April 28, 2023 |
| Jane Palmer | July 8, 2019 |
| Laura Marie Sweetenham | Oct. 3, 2021 |
| Peter Loosmore | July 8, 2019 |
| Paula Rosalind Harris | Feb. 19, 2025 |
| Richard Buxton Brown | July 8, 2019 |
| Tony Brandon | April 4, 2025 |
| Zilla Brown | July 8, 2019 |