Museum Of Power
Also known as: Museum of Power Ltd (a Company Limited by Guarantee)
To preserve for the community the Langford Steam Pumping Station and to develop a significant regional power related museum, which will both educate and entertain the public at large.
Activities & Mission
To preserve for the community the Langford Steam Pumping Station and to develop a significant regional power related museum, which will both educate and entertain the public at large.
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
Higher than 9% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 10% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (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.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £428,523 | £315,297 | 0 / 86 | |||
| 2024 | £1,592,380 | £216,771 | £117,601 | £1,716,043 | £200,915 | 3 / 70 |
| 2023 | £186,201 | £166,626 | 0 / 86 | |||
| 2022 | £159,677 | £119,752 | 0 / 106 | |||
| 2021 | £91,875 | £85,854 | 0 / 93 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Museum Of Power
What does Museum Of Power do?
To preserve for the community the Langford Steam Pumping Station and to develop a significant regional power related museum, which will both educate and entertain the public at large.
How much income did Museum Of Power report in 2025?
Museum Of Power reported total income of £429k and reported expenditure of £315k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Museum Of Power?
Museum Of Power has a program ratio of 7.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 9% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Museum Of Power registered as a charity?
Museum Of Power was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 July 2001 as charity number 1087459. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Museum Of Power?
Museum Of Power is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Roger Griffin. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Museum Of Power operate?
Museum Of Power operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Museum Of Power a registered charity?
Yes — Museum Of Power is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1087459.
Details
Hatfield Road
Langford
MALDON
Essex
CM9 6QA
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Museum of Power Ltd (a Company Limited by Guarantee)
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated