The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited
Also known as: Hotties Science and Arts Centre Limited, The World of Glass
To educate the public generally in respect of science and technology with particular reference to the glass industry. To promote and advance public education by the maintenance of a museum to provide facilities for leisure-time occupation. To promote education in the sciences. To promote education in the arts and history
Activities & Mission
To educate the public generally in respect of science and technology with particular reference to the glass industry. To promote and advance public education by the maintenance of a museum to provide facilities for leisure-time occupation. To promote education in the sciences. To promote education in the arts and history
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 73% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 131). How is this calculated?
Higher than 51% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 42% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £369,027 | £939,600 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £811,796 | £856,495 | £803,961 | £4,568,377 | £50,576 | 8 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,139,811 | £710,583 | £440,258 | £4,560,279 | £68,563 | 18 / 6 |
| 2022 | £551,779 | £744,003 | £468,900 | £4,131,051 | £88,391 | 23 / 6 |
| 2021 | £682,529 | £616,039 | £407,447 | £4,380,793 | £57,516 | 24 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited
What does The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited do?
To educate the public generally in respect of science and technology with particular reference to the glass industry. To promote and advance public education by the maintenance of a museum to provide facilities for leisure-time occupation. To promote education in the sciences. To promote education in the arts and history
How much income did The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited report in 2025?
The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited reported total income of £369k and reported expenditure of £940k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited?
The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited has a program ratio of 99.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 73% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 131 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited registered as a charity?
The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 December 1991 as charity number 1006990. It has been registered for 35 years.
Who runs The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited?
The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is ALAN WHITTAKER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited operate?
The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited operates in St Helens, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1006990.
Details
Chalon Way East
ST. HELENS
Merseyside
WA10 1BX
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Hotties Science and Arts Centre Limited
- The World of Glass
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated