Historic Royal Palaces
Notable UK charitya)to manage, conserve, renovate and repair the Palaces (Hampton Court, Tower of London, Kensington Palace, Kew Palace, Banqueting House, Hillsborough Castle) to a high standard consistent with their status; b)to help everyone to learn about the Palaces, the skills required for their conservation and the wider story of how monarchs and people together have shaped society, by all appropriate means
Activities & Mission
a)to manage, conserve, renovate and repair the Palaces (Hampton Court, Tower of London, Kensington Palace, Kew Palace, Banqueting House, Hillsborough Castle) to a high standard consistent with their status; b)to help everyone to learn about the Palaces, the skills required for their conservation and the wider story of how monarchs and people together have shaped society, by all appropriate means
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
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Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £138,596,000 | £108,351,000 | £90,987,000 | £135,001,000 | £20,000,000 | 910 / 765 |
| 2024 | £134,386,000 | £90,891,000 | £73,586,000 | £104,439,000 | £14,000,000 | 833 / 639 |
| 2023 | £102,475,750 | £82,130,276 | £68,236,813 | £61,866,552 | £5,000,000 | 746 / 1626 |
| 2022 | £54,444,990 | £61,296,420 | £52,827,525 | £44,122,806 | £0 | 679 / 392 |
| 2021 | £32,694,763 | £53,903,653 | £46,428,475 | £40,867,072 | £5,163,000 | 839 / 362 |
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Frequently asked questions about Historic Royal Palaces
What does Historic Royal Palaces do?
a)to manage, conserve, renovate and repair the Palaces (Hampton Court, Tower of London, Kensington Palace, Kew Palace, Banqueting House, Hillsborough Castle) to a high standard consistent with their status; b)to help everyone to learn about the Palaces, the skills required for their conservation and the wider story of how monarchs and people together have shaped society, by all appropriate means
How much income did Historic Royal Palaces report in 2025?
Historic Royal Palaces reported total income of £138.60m and reported expenditure of £108.35m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Historic Royal Palaces registered as a charity?
Historic Royal Palaces was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 March 1998 as charity number 1068852. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Historic Royal Palaces?
Historic Royal Palaces is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sir Nicholas Coleridge. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Historic Royal Palaces operate?
Historic Royal Palaces operates across 8 areas, including Northern Ireland, City Of London, City Of Westminster and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Historic Royal Palaces a registered charity?
Yes — Historic Royal Palaces is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1068852.
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Hampton Court Palace
East Molesey
KT8 9AU
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