Hampshire Archives Trust
Promotes the conservation and preservation of Hampshire's archives and advances public education about archives. Administers Wessex Film and Sound Archive. Has a membership (newsletters, events). Makes grants.
Activities & Mission
Promotes the conservation and preservation of Hampshire's archives and advances public education about archives. Administers Wessex Film and Sound Archive. Has a membership (newsletters, events). Makes grants.
Grants
Hampshire Archives Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2026)
- £58,177
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- arts, culture, heritage, or science
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £283,669 | £58,177 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2025 | £17,251 | £41,329 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £19,857 | £34,853 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £50,835 | £56,060 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £14,278 | £38,187 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Hampshire Archives Trust
What does Hampshire Archives Trust do?
Promotes the conservation and preservation of Hampshire's archives and advances public education about archives. Administers Wessex Film and Sound Archive. Has a membership (newsletters, events). Makes grants.
How much income did Hampshire Archives Trust report in 2026?
Hampshire Archives Trust reported total income of £284k and reported expenditure of £58k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Hampshire Archives Trust registered as a charity?
Hampshire Archives Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 April 1986 as charity number 294312. It has been registered for 40 years.
Who runs Hampshire Archives Trust?
Hampshire Archives Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr ALISTAIR DOUGALL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Hampshire Archives Trust operate?
Hampshire Archives Trust operates in Hampshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Hampshire Archives Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Hampshire Archives Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 294312.
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Trustees
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated