Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society
Museum of local history , dedicated to local born engineer Thomas Crampton, displays of model railways, stagecoach, local transport history, town history plus relevant transport history of East Kent. Plus encouraging other small local amenity groups and providing a hub for their activities and a meeting place.
Activities & Mission
Museum of local history , dedicated to local born engineer Thomas Crampton, displays of model railways, stagecoach, local transport history, town history plus relevant transport history of East Kent. Plus encouraging other small local amenity groups and providing a hub for their activities and a meeting place.
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 | £30,907 | £21,900 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2023 | £26,856 | £23,457 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £33,422 | £29,910 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £30,793 | £19,632 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2020 | £37,707 | £21,468 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society
What does Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society do?
Museum of local history , dedicated to local born engineer Thomas Crampton, displays of model railways, stagecoach, local transport history, town history plus relevant transport history of East Kent. Plus encouraging other small local amenity groups and providing a hub for their activities and a meeting place.
How much income did Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society report in 2024?
Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society reported total income of £31k and reported expenditure of £22k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society registered as a charity?
Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 July 1978 as charity number 276034. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society?
Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is PETER SHAW. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society operate?
Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society a registered charity?
Yes — Crampton Tower Railway Museum Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 276034.
Details
BROADSTAIRS
Broadstairs
Broadstairs
Kent
CT10 1LU
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