The Foundation

The Sir John Moore is a charity (Registered Charity Number 510484) responsible for the upkeep of this beautiful Grade 1 listed building, designed by Sir Christopher Wren, offering inspiration and opportunity to all who visit. All monies raised during the course of our community events go towards our charitable objectives. We have achieved several grants, including from the Barchester Fund, National Lottery Heritage Fund, Leicestershire and Rutland Community Grant, and the Arts Council.

We do not receive any government funding. To support us, please attend one of our events, donate, or contact us: museum@sirjohnmoore.org.uk 

Sir John Moore made his fortune as a London merchant through the sale of lead mined in the Pennines to customers in England, Europe and Asia. Master of the Grocers Company in 1671 he was later a major shareholder and director of the East India Company, and a director of the Royal African Company for 4 years. Knighted in 1672 he was Lord Mayor of London in 1682. President of Christ’s Hospital School in the City of London he endowed its Writing School in 1695 and the Appleby School in 1697.

See more of the history of the building.

For more information please contact the Foundation Office.

office.manager@sirjohnmoore.org.uk

 

The Sir John Moore C of E Primary School

The site is also home to Appleby Magna's village primary school, which currently has 144 pupils (as of March 2026) across five classes. For further details, please contact the Headteacher, Mr Wright, on 01530 270330. 

Sir John Moore Primary School