British Glass Foundation
THE BRITISH GLASS FOUNDATION IS AN ENABLING BODY BRINGING TOGETHER ALL RELEVANT AND INDEPENDENT GLASS AND CULTURAL ORGANISATIONS AND PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS IN OUR COMMON AIM TO PROTECT AND SAVE THE GLASS, ARCHIVE AND TECHNICAL COLLECTIONS AT BROADFIELD HOUSE GLASS MUSEUM AND TO ENSURE THEIR FUTURE DISPLAY TO THE PUBLIC, ACCESS FOR RESEARCH AND CONTINUED GROWTH.
Activities & Mission
THE BRITISH GLASS FOUNDATION IS AN ENABLING BODY BRINGING TOGETHER ALL RELEVANT AND INDEPENDENT GLASS AND CULTURAL ORGANISATIONS AND PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS IN OUR COMMON AIM TO PROTECT AND SAVE THE GLASS, ARCHIVE AND TECHNICAL COLLECTIONS AT BROADFIELD HOUSE GLASS MUSEUM AND TO ENSURE THEIR FUTURE DISPLAY TO THE PUBLIC, ACCESS FOR RESEARCH AND CONTINUED GROWTH.
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 82% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 89% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2019 — The Friends of Broadfield House Glass Museum (organisation 1043824)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £365,828 | £315,876 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2024 | £146,229 | £144,951 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2023 | £116,061 | £105,970 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £869,665 | £901,407 | £901,407 | £194,430 | £61,121 | 4 / 52 |
| 2021 | £51,380 | £37,972 | 0 / 41 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about British Glass Foundation
What does British Glass Foundation do?
THE BRITISH GLASS FOUNDATION IS AN ENABLING BODY BRINGING TOGETHER ALL RELEVANT AND INDEPENDENT GLASS AND CULTURAL ORGANISATIONS AND PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS IN OUR COMMON AIM TO PROTECT AND SAVE THE GLASS, ARCHIVE AND TECHNICAL COLLECTIONS AT BROADFIELD HOUSE GLASS MUSEUM AND TO ENSURE THEIR FUTURE DISPLAY TO THE PUBLIC, ACCESS FOR RESEARCH AND CONTINUED GROWTH.
How much income did British Glass Foundation report in 2025?
British Glass Foundation reported total income of £366k and reported expenditure of £316k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is British Glass Foundation?
British Glass Foundation has a program ratio of 103.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 82% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was British Glass Foundation registered as a charity?
British Glass Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 December 2010 as charity number 1139252. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs British Glass Foundation?
British Glass Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is GRAHAM KNOWLES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does British Glass Foundation operate?
British Glass Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is British Glass Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — British Glass Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1139252.
Details
Stuart Works
High Street
WORDSLEY
West Midlands
DY8 4FB
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- 14 May 2026
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