PORTHCAWL MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY CIO
Mission Statement - The aim of Porthcawl Museum is to assist in the enhancement of the quality of life in the community by seeking a deeper understanding and appreciation of our local heritage, culture and environment through the acquisition, preservation and interpretation of artefacts and associated information relating to the history of Porthcawl.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity is run totally by volunteers and maintains a safety net deposit of £40,346. The museum holds Full Accreditation Status and reports maintained visitor numbers of approximately 7,000. The trustees declare that all monies are used to maintain, run, or improve the building and exhibitions.
What the accounts disclose
“Any monies that the organisation amasses through profit is transferred to 2 deposit accounts. One holds £40,346 which will not be touched but be held in abeyance, as a safety net, to assist in the payment of household bills should it be needed in future years.” — page 7
“The museum consistently works with the Porthcawl Lions Club especially at Christmas whereupon they annually hold Santa’s Grotto in our garage.” — page 5
“2025 also witnessed links with the Freemasons. 5 lodges in Porthcawl donated money to the museum in appreciation of the museum’s hard work over the years” — page 5
“The museum consistently works with the Porthcawl Lions Club especially at Christmas whereupon they annually hold Santa’s Grotto in our garage.” — page 5
“2025 also witnessed links with the Freemasons. 5 lodges in Porthcawl donated money to the museum in appreciation of the museum’s hard work over the years” — page 5
“The museum consistently works with the Porthcawl Lions Club especially at Christmas whereupon they annually hold Santa’s Grotto in our garage.” — page 5
“2025 also witnessed links with the Freemasons. 5 lodges in Porthcawl donated money to the museum in appreciation of the museum’s hard work over the years” — page 5
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (03/03/2026)
- Received assets from another charity (07/11/2018)
Trustees
- EVAN CHARLES WILLIAMS
- JAYNE ANN JAMES
- JOHN CRAYSTON RICHARDSON
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £36k | £34k |
| 31/08/2024 | £30k | £21k |
| 31/08/2023 | £27k | £23k |
| 31/08/2022 | £26k | £27k |
| 31/08/2021 | £34k | £37k |
Common questions
Is PORTHCAWL MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY CIO financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity is run totally by volunteers and maintains a safety net deposit of £40,346. The museum holds Full Accreditation Status and reports maintained visitor numbers of approximately 7,000. The trustees declare that all monies are used to maintain, run, or improve the building and exhibitions.