Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust
Also known as: Fireground
The Trust maintains a museum of firefighting in the Greater Manchester region. It manages a collection of fire engines, equipment, uniforms, medals etc, which is open to the public. The operation is run entirely by volunteers. Working in partnership with the Fire and Rescue Service, it also operates a dedicated education programme for schools.
Activities & Mission
The Trust maintains a museum of firefighting in the Greater Manchester region. It manages a collection of fire engines, equipment, uniforms, medals etc, which is open to the public. The operation is run entirely by volunteers. Working in partnership with the Fire and Rescue Service, it also operates a dedicated education programme for schools.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £158,842 | £129,474 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2024 | £90,336 | £75,550 | 0 / 28 | |||
| 2023 | £87,367 | £76,964 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2022 | £79,692 | £60,834 | 0 / 36 | |||
| 2021 | £60,937 | £27,104 | 0 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust
What does Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust do?
The Trust maintains a museum of firefighting in the Greater Manchester region. It manages a collection of fire engines, equipment, uniforms, medals etc, which is open to the public. The operation is run entirely by volunteers. Working in partnership with the Fire and Rescue Service, it also operates a dedicated education programme for schools.
How much income did Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust report in 2025?
Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust reported total income of £159k and reported expenditure of £129k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust registered as a charity?
Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 April 2020 as charity number 1189175. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust?
Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Stephen Williams. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust operate?
Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust operates across 10 areas, including Bolton, Bury, Manchester City and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Greater Manchester Fire Service Museum Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189175.
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