Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited
Also known as: Bressingham Steam Museum Trust, Bressingham Steam Museum Trust and Gardens
The conservation and restoration of exhibits relating to Britain's steam heritage and the presentation of these exhibits for the education and enjoyment of the general public.
Activities & Mission
The conservation and restoration of exhibits relating to Britain's steam heritage and the presentation of these exhibits for the education and enjoyment of the general public.
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
Higher than 77% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 63% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 52% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,027,400 | £1,090,318 | £1,009,426 | £2,805,187 | £187,698 | 22 / 120 |
| 2024 | £1,039,821 | £1,003,909 | £922,820 | £2,864,467 | £339,019 | 19 / 120 |
| 2023 | £828,830 | £903,142 | £828,536 | £2,828,555 | £316,085 | 21 / 120 |
| 2022 | £931,638 | £845,901 | £739,708 | £2,902,867 | £352,008 | 15 / 80 |
| 2021 | £874,611 | £594,876 | £556,658 | £2,806,987 | £191,410 | 17 / 80 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited
What does Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited do?
The conservation and restoration of exhibits relating to Britain's steam heritage and the presentation of these exhibits for the education and enjoyment of the general public.
How much income did Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited report in 2025?
Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited reported total income of £1.03m and reported expenditure of £1.09m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited?
Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited has a program ratio of 97.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 77% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited registered as a charity?
Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 October 1973 as charity number 266374. It has been registered for 53 years.
Who runs Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited?
Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER RICHARD LEAH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited operate?
Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Bressingham Steam Preservation Company Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 266374.
Details
Low Road
Bressingham
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IP22 2AA
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Also Known As
- Bressingham Steam Museum Trust
- Bressingham Steam Museum Trust and Gardens
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated