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.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net income surplus of £47,973 for the year ended 31 July 2025, with total unrestricted reserves increasing to £106,809. The trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence, relying on the continuation of National Lottery Heritage Grant funding. The charity's stated reserves policy is to hold reserves equivalent to six months of general expenditure.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees consider it appropriate to aim to hold reserves equivalent to six months general expenditure.” — page 5
“In 2023, the charity signed a 21 year lease with Betteshanger Property Limited, M Quinn, now a former trustee, is a director of this company. The annual rent is peppercorn, if demanded.” — page 18
“During the year, the charity contributed £13,320 (2024 - £11,100) for service charges to Quinn Estates Fowlmead Limited, M Quinn, now a former trustee, is a director of this company.” — page 18
“In 2023, the charity signed a 21 year lease with Betteshanger Property Limited, M Quinn, now a former trustee, is a director of this company. The annual rent is peppercorn, if demanded.” — page 18
“During the year, the charity contributed £13,320 (2024 - £11,100) for service charges to Quinn Estates Fowlmead Limited, M Quinn, now a former trustee, is a director of this company.” — page 18
“In 2023, the charity signed a 21 year lease with Betteshanger Property Limited, M Quinn, now a former trustee, is a director of this company. The annual rent is peppercorn, if demanded.” — page 18
“During the year, the charity contributed £13,320 (2024 - £11,100) for service charges to Quinn Estates Fowlmead Limited, M Quinn, now a former trustee, is a director of this company.” — page 18
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/07/2022)
Trustees
- Neil McCollumchair
- Colin Varrall
- Donna Law
- Emma Cowens
- Huw Evans
- JAMES IDWAL DAVIES
- James Crews
- Miranda Chapman
- Paul Hathaway
- Stephen Manion
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £192k | £144k |
| 31/07/2024 | £144k | £129k |
| 31/07/2023 | £125k | £143k |
| 31/07/2022 | £966k | £953k |
| 31/07/2021 | £88k | £92k |
Common questions
Is THE KENT MINING HERITAGE FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net income surplus of £47,973 for the year ended 31 July 2025, with total unrestricted reserves increasing to £106,809. The trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence, relying on the continuation of National Lottery Heritage Grant funding. The charity's stated reserves policy is to hold reserves equivalent to six months of general expenditure. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE KENT MINING HERITAGE FOUNDATION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE KENT MINING HERITAGE FOUNDATION as a grant recipient include R G HILLS CHARITABLE TRUST, The Marks Family Charitable Trust.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| R G HILLS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £2k | |
| The Marks Family Charitable Trust | FY2024 | — |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 05/12/2014 | £2.1m | "Kent Mining Museum" |