The Thursford Collection
The Thursford Collection operates as a steam engine and organ museum and conducts a Christmas Spectacular Show in Thursford Norfolk.
Activities & Mission
The Thursford Collection operates as a steam engine and organ museum and conducts a Christmas Spectacular Show in Thursford Norfolk.
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 30% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 23% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 19% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £8,564,418 | £7,347,897 | £5,306,859 | £16,515,598 | £4,200,000 | 89 / 0 |
| 2024 | £8,595,698 | £7,237,113 | £5,395,695 | £15,298,077 | £4,700,000 | 80 / 0 |
| 2023 | £9,048,284 | £6,876,384 | £5,155,550 | £13,949,492 | £4,500,000 | 75 / 0 |
| 2022 | £5,981,237 | £5,425,743 | £4,111,845 | £11,772,592 | £2,797,690 | 61 / 0 |
| 2021 | £968,355 | £2,555,294 | £1,715,338 | £11,193,301 | £2,280,000 | 33 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Thursford Collection
What does The Thursford Collection do?
The Thursford Collection operates as a steam engine and organ museum and conducts a Christmas Spectacular Show in Thursford Norfolk.
How much income did The Thursford Collection report in 2025?
The Thursford Collection reported total income of £8.56m and reported expenditure of £7.35m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Thursford Collection?
The Thursford Collection has a program ratio of 62.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 30% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Thursford Collection registered as a charity?
The Thursford Collection was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 November 1976 as charity number 272307. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs The Thursford Collection?
The Thursford Collection is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Thursford Collection operate?
The Thursford Collection operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Thursford Collection a registered charity?
Yes — The Thursford Collection is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 272307.
Details
LAUREL FARM
THE STREET
THURSFORD
FAKENHAM
NR21 0AS
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