Bristol Aero Collection Trust
Also known as: Bristol Aero Collection
Operation of a Museum available to the public for the acquisition, preservation, restoration and display of the products of the Bristol aviation manufacturing organisations and their related artefacts.Provision of a research facility of exhibits and related documentation available to the public.Operation of the Concorde at Filton public attraction for hosting visitors to Concorde 216.
Activities & Mission
Operation of a Museum available to the public for the acquisition, preservation, restoration and display of the products of the Bristol aviation manufacturing organisations and their related artefacts.Provision of a research facility of exhibits and related documentation available to the public.Operation of the Concorde at Filton public attraction for hosting visitors to Concorde 216.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 65% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 31% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 27% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £2,525,120 | £2,939,294 | £2,305,105 | £14,015,162 | £0 | 35 / 107 |
| 2024 | £3,736,465 | £3,686,276 | £2,162,158 | £14,429,336 | £0 | 35 / 50 |
| 2023 | £3,045,161 | £3,248,294 | £2,052,151 | £14,379,149 | £0 | 47 / 170 |
| 2022 | £2,212,470 | £2,383,613 | £1,964,428 | £14,582,283 | £0 | 48 / 170 |
| 2021 | £2,335,203 | £2,056,471 | £1,874,904 | £14,753,422 | £0 | 58 / 170 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bristol Aero Collection Trust
What does Bristol Aero Collection Trust do?
Operation of a Museum available to the public for the acquisition, preservation, restoration and display of the products of the Bristol aviation manufacturing organisations and their related artefacts.Provision of a research facility of exhibits and related documentation available to the public.Operation of the Concorde at Filton public attraction for hosting visitors to Concorde 216.
How much income did Bristol Aero Collection Trust report in 2025?
Bristol Aero Collection Trust reported total income of £2.53m and reported expenditure of £2.94m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bristol Aero Collection Trust?
Bristol Aero Collection Trust has a program ratio of 91.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 65% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bristol Aero Collection Trust registered as a charity?
Bristol Aero Collection Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 April 1992 as charity number 1010632. It has been registered for 34 years.
Who runs Bristol Aero Collection Trust?
Bristol Aero Collection Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sir IAIN GILMOUR GRAY CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bristol Aero Collection Trust operate?
Bristol Aero Collection Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bristol Aero Collection Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Bristol Aero Collection Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1010632.
Details
Hayes Way
Patchway
BRISTOL
BS34 5BZ
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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