Papplewick Pumping Station Trust
Preservation and interpretation of Papplewick Pumping Station, Britain's finest Victorian fresh water pumping station and now an accredited museum. The Charity has a strong commitment to heritage and environmental education, in particular water supply and water management.
Activities & Mission
Preservation and interpretation of Papplewick Pumping Station, Britain's finest Victorian fresh water pumping station and now an accredited museum. The Charity has a strong commitment to heritage and environmental education, in particular water supply and water management.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 17% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 24% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 20% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £827,988 | £218,645 | £182,919 | £755,646 | £195,185 | 2 / 25 |
| 2023 | £205,376 | £178,290 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £125,085 | £121,286 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £122,115 | £99,688 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2020 | £103,401 | £79,404 | 0 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about Papplewick Pumping Station Trust
What does Papplewick Pumping Station Trust do?
Preservation and interpretation of Papplewick Pumping Station, Britain's finest Victorian fresh water pumping station and now an accredited museum. The Charity has a strong commitment to heritage and environmental education, in particular water supply and water management.
How much income did Papplewick Pumping Station Trust report in 2024?
Papplewick Pumping Station Trust reported total income of £828k and reported expenditure of £219k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Papplewick Pumping Station Trust?
Papplewick Pumping Station Trust has a program ratio of 22.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 17% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Papplewick Pumping Station Trust registered as a charity?
Papplewick Pumping Station Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 May 2003 as charity number 1097618. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Papplewick Pumping Station Trust?
Papplewick Pumping Station Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is GLENN CRAIG SAINT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Papplewick Pumping Station Trust operate?
Papplewick Pumping Station Trust operates in Nottinghamshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Papplewick Pumping Station Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Papplewick Pumping Station Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1097618.
Details
Longdale Lane
Ravenshead
NOTTINGHAM
NG15 9AJ
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