BARROW COMMUNITY HISTORY FOUNDATION
Compiling an archive relating to Barrow in Cheshire; researching and investigating significant events in the history of Barrow and publishing reports, accounts and commentaries on the same; holding or supporting the holding of public exhibitions and displays, talks, presentations and other events about the history of Barrow; making grants to support the local history of Barrow.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £244,850 following the receipt of a significant legacy, with the trustees having set a reserves policy target of £5,000. The charity reports no employees and no grants awarded during the year, noting it is currently not in a financial position to award grants despite anticipating future income from invested capital.
What the accounts disclose
“Total income for the year was £263,400 made up of £262,271 from Mrs Moore's estate and interest received of £1,129.” — page 4
“The current reserves level has been agreed by the trustees at £5,000.” — page 5
Trustees
- Julia Margaret Frewchair
- Ann Celia Cavenett
- George Taylor Hall
- HELEN MARY WAKEFIELD HOCKLEY
- Julia Kate Tillotson
- Patrick Francis Walsh
- Paul Steven Rossington
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £263k | £19k |
| 30/09/2024 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is BARROW COMMUNITY HISTORY FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £244,850 following the receipt of a significant legacy, with the trustees having set a reserves policy target of £5,000. The charity reports no employees and no grants awarded during the year, noting it is currently not in a financial position to award grants despite anticipating future income from invested capital. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.