Historic Croydon Airport Trust
Educating on the history of London Croydon Airport from World War One until closure in 1959. Conservation of buildings and structures associated with the former airport. Operation of a micro-museum and archives of artefacts of associated people, organisations and items associated with London Croydon Airport and relating to Amy Johnson, Imperial Airways and key interwar aviation figures.
Activities & Mission
Educating on the history of London Croydon Airport from World War One until closure in 1959. Conservation of buildings and structures associated with the former airport. Operation of a micro-museum and archives of artefacts of associated people, organisations and items associated with London Croydon Airport and relating to Amy Johnson, Imperial Airways and key interwar aviation figures.
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.
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 2023 — Croydon Airport Society (organisation 287303)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £31,207 | £31,083 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £32,865 | £38,335 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £14,333 | £18,133 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £41,952 | £15,556 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2020 | £43,725 | £27,589 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about Historic Croydon Airport Trust
What does Historic Croydon Airport Trust do?
Educating on the history of London Croydon Airport from World War One until closure in 1959. Conservation of buildings and structures associated with the former airport. Operation of a micro-museum and archives of artefacts of associated people, organisations and items associated with London Croydon Airport and relating to Amy Johnson, Imperial Airways and key interwar aviation figures.
How much income did Historic Croydon Airport Trust report in 2024?
Historic Croydon Airport Trust reported total income of £31k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Historic Croydon Airport Trust registered as a charity?
Historic Croydon Airport Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 April 2016 as charity number 1166732. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Historic Croydon Airport Trust?
Historic Croydon Airport Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Alastair Thorn. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Historic Croydon Airport Trust operate?
Historic Croydon Airport Trust operates in Croydon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Historic Croydon Airport Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Historic Croydon Airport Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1166732.
Details
Airport House
Purley Way
CROYDON
Surrey
CR0 0XZ
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- 30 July 2026
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