London Transport Museum Limited
- Education and engagement activities via on site and out reach programmes.- Access and museum operations including permanent displays, special events and online resources.- Heritage and collections including the preservation, management, research and acquisition of transport related objects and information, heritage vehicle outings and a programme of talks and events.
Activities & Mission
- Education and engagement activities via on site and out reach programmes.- Access and museum operations including permanent displays, special events and online resources.- Heritage and collections including the preservation, management, research and acquisition of transport related objects and information, heritage vehicle outings and a programme of talks and events.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 46% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M (sample: 54). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Heritage charities with income over £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 | £19,931,000 | £21,878,000 | £14,666,000 | £27,509,000 | £8,137,000 | 172 / 251 |
| 2024 | £19,796,000 | £19,063,000 | £12,740,000 | £29,464,000 | £28,172,000 | 148 / 185 |
| 2023 | £17,170,000 | £16,201,000 | £10,472,000 | £28,723,000 | £27,726,000 | 122 / 185 |
| 2022 | £15,405,000 | £14,516,000 | £9,916,000 | £27,754,000 | £1,193,000 | 108 / 251 |
| 2021 | £11,693,000 | £12,729,000 | £8,984,000 | £26,865,000 | £2,509,000 | 106 / 71 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about London Transport Museum Limited
What does London Transport Museum Limited do?
- Education and engagement activities via on site and out reach programmes.- Access and museum operations including permanent displays, special events and online resources.- Heritage and collections including the preservation, management, research and acquisition of transport related objects and information, heritage vehicle outings and a programme of talks and events.
How much income did London Transport Museum Limited report in 2025?
London Transport Museum Limited reported total income of £19.93m and reported expenditure of £21.88m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is London Transport Museum Limited?
London Transport Museum Limited has a program ratio of 73.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 46% of UK Heritage charities with income over £10M (sample of 54 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was London Transport Museum Limited registered as a charity?
London Transport Museum Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 March 2008 as charity number 1123122. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs London Transport Museum Limited?
London Transport Museum Limited is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR Keith Ludeman. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does London Transport Museum Limited operate?
London Transport Museum Limited operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is London Transport Museum Limited a registered charity?
Yes — London Transport Museum Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1123122.
Details
39 WELLINGTON STREET
LONDON
WC2E 7BB
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- 14 May 2026
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