Ashford Borough Museum Society
Also known as: The Ashford Museum
Museum providing information and exhibits about Ashford in Kents past including for the first time an area highlighting the towns railway history. For the 2014 season a display commemoration the first world war with photographs and letters fromlocal people. It also includes a small mock trench.
Activities & Mission
Museum providing information and exhibits about Ashford in Kents past including for the first time an area highlighting the towns railway history. For the 2014 season a display commemoration the first world war with photographs and letters fromlocal people. It also includes a small mock trench.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £12,714 | £48,301 | 0 / 46 | |||
| 2023 | £34,266 | £53,657 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £35,572 | £54,157 | 0 / 32 | |||
| 2021 | £71,502 | £16,793 | 0 / 26 | |||
| 2020 | £32,431 | £10,095 | 0 / 16 |
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Frequently asked questions about Ashford Borough Museum Society
What does Ashford Borough Museum Society do?
Museum providing information and exhibits about Ashford in Kents past including for the first time an area highlighting the towns railway history. For the 2014 season a display commemoration the first world war with photographs and letters fromlocal people. It also includes a small mock trench.
How much income did Ashford Borough Museum Society report in 2024?
Ashford Borough Museum Society reported total income of £13k and reported expenditure of £48k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Ashford Borough Museum Society registered as a charity?
Ashford Borough Museum Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 January 1988 as charity number 298060. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs Ashford Borough Museum Society?
Ashford Borough Museum Society is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ashford Borough Museum Society operate?
Ashford Borough Museum Society operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ashford Borough Museum Society a registered charity?
Yes — Ashford Borough Museum Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 298060.
Details
Ashford
Kent
TN23 1QG
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Ashford Museum
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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- How metrics are calculated