Waterworks Museum - Hereford
Also known as: Herefordshire Water Works Museum, The Waterworks Museum - Hereford
To operate an industrial heritage museum that preserves and exhibits a wide range of engines/pumps/artefacts used in the water industry in Herefordshire and Wales. Many engines are regularly shown fully working (in-steam). The Museum provides educational services and guided tours can be provided for schools and community groups. The Museum may be hired for community meetings and functions.
Activities & Mission
To operate an industrial heritage museum that preserves and exhibits a wide range of engines/pumps/artefacts used in the water industry in Herefordshire and Wales. Many engines are regularly shown fully working (in-steam). The Museum provides educational services and guided tours can be provided for schools and community groups. The Museum may be hired for community meetings and functions.
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Financial Information
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £66,986 | £74,933 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2024 | £61,287 | £58,198 | 0 / 42 | |||
| 2023 | £57,314 | £55,693 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £57,923 | £69,898 | 0 / 79 | |||
| 2021 | £32,596 | £65,147 | 0 / 45 |
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Frequently asked questions about Waterworks Museum - Hereford
What does Waterworks Museum - Hereford do?
To operate an industrial heritage museum that preserves and exhibits a wide range of engines/pumps/artefacts used in the water industry in Herefordshire and Wales. Many engines are regularly shown fully working (in-steam). The Museum provides educational services and guided tours can be provided for schools and community groups. The Museum may be hired for community meetings and functions.
How much income did Waterworks Museum - Hereford report in 2025?
Waterworks Museum - Hereford reported total income of £67k and reported expenditure of £75k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Waterworks Museum - Hereford registered as a charity?
Waterworks Museum - Hereford was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 December 1984 as charity number 515866. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs Waterworks Museum - Hereford?
Waterworks Museum - Hereford is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jill Frances Phillips. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Waterworks Museum - Hereford operate?
Waterworks Museum - Hereford operates in Herefordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Waterworks Museum - Hereford a registered charity?
Yes — Waterworks Museum - Hereford is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 515866.
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Also Known As
- Herefordshire Water Works Museum
- The Waterworks Museum - Hereford
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- 2 November 2026
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