HORWICH HERITAGE
Horwich Heritage has 150 members and runs a Heritage Centre which is open 6 days a week. It runs a full programme of talks, walks, trips and produces its own publications, films and exhibitions. Through its wide ranging programme of activities it supports all the local Primary Schools and local people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities with information about local history and heritage.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity has reached its 40th anniversary with a membership of 350 and continues to operate a Heritage Centre with exhibitions, archives, and a shop. The trustees report that despite rising costs, the subscription remains at £10 per annum, supported by a £1,500 annual grant from Horwich Town Council. The organization maintains a full programme of activities and expresses confidence in its future through planning and development.
What the accounts disclose
“We wish to acknowledge the annual grant of £1500 given to us by Horwich Town Council which is a significant help in running the Heritage Centre.”
Trustees
- DAVID STUART WHITTLE BA Honschair
- Christopher Foley
- Derek Cartwright
- Elizabeth Whitehead
- Gary Penman
- Judith Valerie Whittle
- Kathleen Arkwright
- Roy Davies
- VALERIE LEESE BA
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/05/2025 | £35k | £21k |
| 31/05/2024 | £12k | £18k |
| 31/05/2023 | £23k | £20k |
| 31/05/2022 | £23k | £14k |
| 31/05/2021 | £5k | £6k |
Common questions
Is HORWICH HERITAGE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity has reached its 40th anniversary with a membership of 350 and continues to operate a Heritage Centre with exhibitions, archives, and a shop. The trustees report that despite rising costs, the subscription remains at £10 per annum, supported by a £1,500 annual grant from Horwich Town Council. The organization maintains a full programme of activities and expresses confidence in its future through planning and development. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Peter Haslam.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 24/02/2023 | £10k | Locomotiv8ors Together 2023 |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 20/06/2019 | £10k | Locomotiv8ors - Get On Board 2019 |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 20/10/2005 | £5k | Development of facilities |