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Blackpool Heritage And Museum Trust

The Showtown Trust

Country
England & Wales
Charity number
1205103
Status
Registered
Reporting
Filed late The latest return was filed 220 days late, on Sept. 7, 2026. Filing history
Registered
Oct. 6, 2023
Legal form
Charitable company
Company number
14012661

Address

Address
Showtown
Palatine Building
Promenade
Blackpool
FY1 4TQ

Activities

To promote the education of the public in relation to the history of Blackpool by the operation, maintenance and preservation of a museum in Blackpool known as 'Showtown: the museum of fun and entertainment'. To promote the history and heritage of Blackpool and the maintenance and preservation of the Blackpool heritage collections.

Objects: The Charity's Objects Are Specifically Restricted To The Following:-3.1 To Promote The Education Of The Public In Relation To The History Of Blackpool Principally, But Not Exclusively, By:3.1.1 The Operation, Maintenance And Preservation Of A Museum In Blackpool Known As 'Showtown: The Museum Of Fun And Entertainment';3.1.2 The Operation, Maintenance And Preservation Of Heritage Transportation; And3.1.3 The Delivery Of Associated Facilities And Engagement Programmes, Fostering Knowledge, Understanding, Appreciation And Enjoyment Of The History And Heritage Of Blackpool And The Maintenance And Preservation Of The Blackpool Heritage Collections.

Classification

How
Provides Services, Provides Advocacy/advice/information
What
Arts/culture/heritage/science
Who
The General Public/mankind

Geography

Local Authority
Blackpool

Finances

Period end Filed Income Expenditure
March 30, 2025 Sept. 7, 2026220 days late £449,337 £2,071,352

Trustees

Name Appointed
Spencer John Phillips (Chair) March 30, 2022
Anita Cooper July 26, 2024
David Webster Jan. 30, 2026
Gillan Campbell April 4, 2024
Kathryn Mary Benson March 30, 2022
Nigel John Arthur Patterson March 30, 2022