Register of Charities - The Charity Commission COWPER MEMORIAL MUSEUM

Charity number: 310521
Charity reporting is up to date (on time)

Activities - how the charity spends its money

The museum commemorates the poet William Cowper, who lived in the house from 1768 to 1786, and his friend the preacher, hymnwriter and slave trade abolitionist John Newton (author of 'Amazing Grace'). It holds an important collection of lace and items relating to the archaeology and history of Olney and its surrounding villages. The historic gardens include Cowper's original summer house/study.

Income and expenditure

Data for financial year ending 31 January 2023

Total income: £184,867
Total expenditure: £138,223

Fundraising

No information available

Trading

This charity does not have any trading subsidiaries.

Trustee payments

No trustees receive any remuneration, payments or benefits from the charity.