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National Emergency Services Museum

To advance the education of the public in the history and development of the national emergency services by the establishment and maintenance of museums and the creation of a national archive.- To manage and run a museum or museums in accordance with the below objects- To preserve the history and heritage of the Emergency Services- To use its collection to teach vital life safety through

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Activities & Mission

To advance the education of the public in the history and development of the national emergency services by the establishment and maintenance of museums and the creation of a national archive.- To manage and run a museum or museums in accordance with the below objects- To preserve the history and heritage of the Emergency Services- To use its collection to teach vital life safety through

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£286,607
Latest Expenditure
£254,349

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 88.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 88.7%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£286,607
£254,3490 / 25
2024
£321,904
£280,7600 / 20
2023
£318,216
£306,9970 / 20
2022
£314,360
£304,0560 / 21
2021
£266,691
£271,0150 / 12

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Frequently asked questions about National Emergency Services Museum

What does National Emergency Services Museum do?

To advance the education of the public in the history and development of the national emergency services by the establishment and maintenance of museums and the creation of a national archive.- To manage and run a museum or museums in accordance with the below objects- To preserve the history and heritage of the Emergency Services- To use its collection to teach vital life safety through

How much income did National Emergency Services Museum report in 2025?

National Emergency Services Museum reported total income of £287k and reported expenditure of £254k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was National Emergency Services Museum registered as a charity?

National Emergency Services Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 May 2015 as charity number 1161866. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs National Emergency Services Museum?

National Emergency Services Museum is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID MADDEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does National Emergency Services Museum operate?

National Emergency Services Museum operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is National Emergency Services Museum a registered charity?

Yes — National Emergency Services Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1161866.

Details

Address
National Emergency Services Museum
The Old Fire Station
101-109 West Bar
SHEFFIELD
S3 8PT
Registration Date
27 May 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5057606
Charity Number
1161866

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Trustees

DAVID MADDEN Chair
Adam Gary Christopher Layland
ALISTAIR JOHN GUNN
Christopher Charles Kirby
DALE RUTHERFORD
JOHN ROBERTS
Also governs 1 other charity
Lauren Poultney
Also governs 2 other charities
MATTHEW CRAIG DENIS WAKEFIELD
Also governs 1 other charity
Richard Paddey
Also governs 1 other charity
Sibia Akhtar

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