Museum Of Timekeeping

Also known as: Bhi Museum Trust., British Horological Institute Museum Trust

Museum of Timekeeping holds for public benefit a collection and library to inspire and promote public understanding and appreciation of horology and the history, science, art and craft of timekeeping, by collecting, documenting, preserving, exhibiting and interpreting a collection and library to promote public enjoyment and understanding through exhibitions, public & educational programmes.

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Activities & Mission

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

England

Financial Information

Latest Income

£46,699

Latest Expenditure

£147,489

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 315.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 315.8%

Expenditure as % of income

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 these related events on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2020 — Bhi Museum Trust (organisation 1044108)
Asset transfer in in 2019 — Birmingham's Market Hall Clock Project (organisation 1012871)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£46,699	£147,489	0 / 11
2023	£45,813	£135,993	0 / 12
2022	£40,264	£126,447	0 / 8
2021	£44,397	£94,387	0 / 15
2020	£19,494	£87,644	0 / 15

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Museum Of Timekeeping

What does Museum Of Timekeeping do?

How much income did Museum Of Timekeeping report in 2024?

Museum Of Timekeeping reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £147k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Museum Of Timekeeping registered as a charity?

Museum Of Timekeeping was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 January 2018 as charity number 1176495. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs Museum Of Timekeeping?

Museum Of Timekeeping is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Brian Powell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Museum Of Timekeeping operate?

Museum Of Timekeeping operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Museum Of Timekeeping a registered charity?

Yes — Museum Of Timekeeping is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1176495.