The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation
Educate the public on the mining heritage of Kent and in old and new forms of energy production. Establish and maintain a museum on the former colliery site at Betteshanger, Kent. Provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation or leisure with the object of improving their conditions of life.
Activities & Mission
Educate the public on the mining heritage of Kent and in old and new forms of energy production. Establish and maintain a museum on the former colliery site at Betteshanger, Kent. Provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation or leisure with the object of improving their conditions of life.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 75% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 66% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 81% 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 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 | £191,808 | £143,835 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £144,036 | £129,363 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £125,416 | £143,439 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £965,773 | £953,286 | £948,938 | £71,469 | £24,981 | 3 / 25 |
| 2021 | £88,021 | £91,617 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation
What does The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation do?
Educate the public on the mining heritage of Kent and in old and new forms of energy production. Establish and maintain a museum on the former colliery site at Betteshanger, Kent. Provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation or leisure with the object of improving their conditions of life.
How much income did The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation report in 2025?
The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation reported total income of £192k and reported expenditure of £144k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation?
The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation has a program ratio of 97.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 75% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation registered as a charity?
The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 February 2016 as charity number 1165403. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation?
The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Neil McCollum. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation operate?
The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Kent Mining Heritage Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165403.
Details
Betteshanger Country Park
Sandwich Road
Sholden
DEAL
Kent
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