Bancroft Mill Engine Museum
Also known as: Bancroft Mill Engines Limited, Bancroft Mill, Bancroft Mill Museum
1) To establish and maintain a museum to promote an interest in Bancroft Mill and its engines. 2) To advance the education of the public in the history of cotton weaving and other related subjects of industrial or archaeological interest.
Activities & Mission
1) To establish and maintain a museum to promote an interest in Bancroft Mill and its engines. 2) To advance the education of the public in the history of cotton weaving and other related subjects of industrial or archaeological interest.
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
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £21,043 | £18,233 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2024 | £22,442 | £30,023 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £24,523 | £10,752 | 0 / 24 | |||
| 2022 | £33,906 | £19,868 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £63,084 | £4,672 | 0 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bancroft Mill Engine Museum
What does Bancroft Mill Engine Museum do?
1) To establish and maintain a museum to promote an interest in Bancroft Mill and its engines. 2) To advance the education of the public in the history of cotton weaving and other related subjects of industrial or archaeological interest.
How much income did Bancroft Mill Engine Museum report in 2025?
Bancroft Mill Engine Museum reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bancroft Mill Engine Museum registered as a charity?
Bancroft Mill Engine Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 December 2018 as charity number 1181038. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Bancroft Mill Engine Museum?
Bancroft Mill Engine Museum is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Graham John Ridley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bancroft Mill Engine Museum operate?
Bancroft Mill Engine Museum operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bancroft Mill Engine Museum a registered charity?
Yes — Bancroft Mill Engine Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1181038.
Details
Gillians Lane
Barnoldswick
BB18 5QR
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Also Known As
- Bancroft Mill Engine Museum
- Bancroft Mill Engines Limited
- Bancroft Mill
- Bancroft Mill Museum
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- 30 July 2026
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