THE GREAT WESTERN COLLIERY PRESERVATION TRUST
The Trust preserves and operates the Hetty Colliery steam winding engine and associated colliery buildings and structures of the grade 1 listed ancient monument. It is currently undertaking a major visitor enhancement scheme supported by a Heritage Lottery Grant
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The Great Western Colliery Preservation Trust reported total receipts of £113,752 and total payments of £71,266 for the year ended 31 August 2025, resulting in a net surplus. Cash funds increased from £39,152 to £81,638, indicating improved liquidity. The independent examiner reported no material matters of concern regarding the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
“Heritage Lottery Grant 102,952” — page 3
Trustees
- Aubrey Leonard Greenchair
- Aled Winter Mr
- CHRISTOPHER OWEN JONES-JENKINS
- Christina Leyshon Councillor
- DAVID GWYN BASSETT
- Keith Jones
- Leonard William Smith
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £114k | £71k |
| 31/08/2024 | £140k | £101k |
| 31/08/2023 | £590 | £400 |
Common questions
Is THE GREAT WESTERN COLLIERY PRESERVATION TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The Great Western Colliery Preservation Trust reported total receipts of £113,752 and total payments of £71,266 for the year ended 31 August 2025, resulting in a net surplus. Cash funds increased from £39,152 to £81,638, indicating improved liquidity. The independent examiner reported no material matters of concern regarding the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 07/03/2023 | £305k | "Hetty pit, ready for the future." |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 26/07/2018 | £6k | "Restoration of Hetty pit winding engine and headgear" |