Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings
Also known as: Avoncroft Museum of Buildings Limited
Avoncroft is a museum of historic buildings rescued from imminent destruction and carefully rebuilt on an open-air site near Bromsgrove in the north of Worcestershire. Our principal aim isTo inspire enthusiasm for and understanding of the history of building as illustrated at Avoncroft, and the relationship of people with the buildings they constructed and in which they lived and worked.
Activities & Mission
Avoncroft is a museum of historic buildings rescued from imminent destruction and carefully rebuilt on an open-air site near Bromsgrove in the north of Worcestershire. Our principal aim isTo inspire enthusiasm for and understanding of the history of building as illustrated at Avoncroft, and the relationship of people with the buildings they constructed and in which they lived and worked.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 55% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 15% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £518,668 | £587,246 | £428,360 | £856,417 | £10,378 | 23 / 110 |
| 2023 | £531,280 | £569,829 | £418,613 | £924,995 | £94,490 | 19 / 90 |
| 2022 | £473,535 | £537,272 | 0 / 90 | |||
| 2021 | £471,986 | £435,861 | 0 / 90 | |||
| 2020 | £649,418 | £398,570 | £398,570 | £996,407 | £163,461 | 30 / 105 |
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Frequently asked questions about Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings
What does Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings do?
Avoncroft is a museum of historic buildings rescued from imminent destruction and carefully rebuilt on an open-air site near Bromsgrove in the north of Worcestershire. Our principal aim isTo inspire enthusiasm for and understanding of the history of building as illustrated at Avoncroft, and the relationship of people with the buildings they constructed and in which they lived and worked.
How much income did Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings report in 2024?
Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings reported total income of £519k and reported expenditure of £587k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings?
Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings has a program ratio of 82.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 55% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings registered as a charity?
Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 May 1965 as charity number 241644. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings?
Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is MARK ARMSTRONG. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings operate?
Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings operates across 10 areas, including Birmingham City, Coventry City, Dudley and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings a registered charity?
Yes — Avoncroft Museum Of Historic Buildings is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 241644.
Details
OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS
REDDITCH ROAD
STOKE HEATH
BROMSGROVE
WORCESTE
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- 14 May 2026
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