Thinktank Trust
Also known as: The Discovery Centre, Think and Learn, Think Business, Thinktank, Thinktank Trading
THINKTANK TRUST'S CHARITABLE OBJECTS ARE TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC BY THE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, EXPANSION AND DEVELOPMENT OF MUSEUMS IN BIRMINGHAM AND THE INCREASING OF PUBLIC UNDERSTANDING OF AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEARNING ABOUT HISTORY, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Activities & Mission
THINKTANK TRUST'S CHARITABLE OBJECTS ARE TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC BY THE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, EXPANSION AND DEVELOPMENT OF MUSEUMS IN BIRMINGHAM AND THE INCREASING OF PUBLIC UNDERSTANDING OF AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEARNING ABOUT HISTORY, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
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 97% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 95% 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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,417,000 | £1,822,354 | £1,822,354 | -£2,408,451 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,417,000 | £1,783,598 | £1,783,598 | -£2,003,097 | £2,003,097 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,417,000 | £1,983,929 | £1,983,929 | -£1,636,499 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,417,000 | £1,900,254 | £1,900,254 | -£1,069,570 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,417,000 | £2,127,590 | £2,127,590 | -£586,316 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Thinktank Trust
What does Thinktank Trust do?
THINKTANK TRUST'S CHARITABLE OBJECTS ARE TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC BY THE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, EXPANSION AND DEVELOPMENT OF MUSEUMS IN BIRMINGHAM AND THE INCREASING OF PUBLIC UNDERSTANDING OF AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEARNING ABOUT HISTORY, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
How much income did Thinktank Trust report in 2025?
Thinktank Trust reported total income of £1.42m and reported expenditure of £1.82m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Thinktank Trust?
Thinktank Trust has a program ratio of 128.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Thinktank Trust registered as a charity?
Thinktank Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 April 1997 as charity number 1061898. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Thinktank Trust?
Thinktank Trust is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Thinktank Trust operate?
Thinktank Trust operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Thinktank Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Thinktank Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1061898.
Details
Museum & Art Gallery
Chamberlain Square
BIRMINGHAM
B3 3DH
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Discovery Centre
- Think and Learn
- Think Business
- Thinktank
- Thinktank Trading
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated