Ashford Model Railway Museum
Also known as: Aimrec
Bringing model railways to the community for learning, wellbeing and fun. Promoting education and personal development through research, planning, building, operation and display of model railways. Collaborative engagement with local heritage organisations to promote social and industrial history. Develop permanent museum and education centre to display heritage model railway assets & artefacts.
Activities & Mission
Bringing model railways to the community for learning, wellbeing and fun. Promoting education and personal development through research, planning, building, operation and display of model railways. Collaborative engagement with local heritage organisations to promote social and industrial history. Develop permanent museum and education centre to display heritage model railway assets & artefacts.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £61,350 | £37,271 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £34,956 | £16,361 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £61,752 | £6,149 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £34,364 | £12,013 | 0 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ashford Model Railway Museum
What does Ashford Model Railway Museum do?
Bringing model railways to the community for learning, wellbeing and fun. Promoting education and personal development through research, planning, building, operation and display of model railways. Collaborative engagement with local heritage organisations to promote social and industrial history. Develop permanent museum and education centre to display heritage model railway assets & artefacts.
How much income did Ashford Model Railway Museum report in 2024?
Ashford Model Railway Museum reported total income of £61k and reported expenditure of £37k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Ashford Model Railway Museum registered as a charity?
Ashford Model Railway Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 August 2016 as charity number 1168774. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Ashford Model Railway Museum?
Ashford Model Railway Museum is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ashford Model Railway Museum operate?
Ashford Model Railway Museum operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ashford Model Railway Museum a registered charity?
Yes — Ashford Model Railway Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168774.
Details
Mill Farm Business Units
Fridd Lane
Bethersden
ASHFORD
Kent
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Also Known As
- Aimrec
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- 14 May 2026
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