Frome Weavers Spinners and Dyers
Analysis
Frome Weavers Spinners and Dyers is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Somerset. It was registered in December 2018, 8 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training and arts/culture/heritage/science, which this site groups under arts, culture, heritage and science. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending December 2025, Frome Weavers Spinners and Dyers reported income of £12k and spending of £17k, spending 151% of what it took in. Across the 5 years on record, from December 2021 to December 2025, income fell from £14k to £12k (-17%), an average of -4.5% a year. Over the whole period it spent 106% of the income it received.
Among 17,634 England and Wales charities whose main cause is arts, culture, heritage and science and that reported income, Frome Weavers Spinners and Dyers sits at the 35th percentile: it is larger than about 35% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 34th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Wymondham Choral Society (£12k), Dorstone Village Hall (£12k) and The Alderley Edge Symphony Orchestra (£12k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Learning techniques of weaving, spinning and dying in a dedicated facility. Sharing related knowledge through mentoring and discussion. Mounting exhibitions, sales and open events to serve the local area. Working cooperatively with other local organisations, including schools, to advance knowledge and understanding of these crafts and their place in local heritage.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Wymondham Choral Society | Norwich | £12k |
| Dorstone Village Hall | Hereford | £12k |
| The Alderley Edge Symphony Orchestra | Stockport | £12k |
| The Anthony Powell Society | West Sussex | £12k |