Royal Marines Museum

Also known as: Royal Marine Corps Museum

The Museum's mission is the preservation and presentation of all aspects of Royal Marines history for the education and enjoyment of the general public.

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Activities & Mission

The Museum's mission is the preservation and presentation of all aspects of Royal Marines history for the education and enjoyment of the general public.

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.

Local Authority

Portsmouth City

Financial Information

Latest Income

£16,403

Latest Expenditure

£1,854,511

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 114.7%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 0.2%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,205,449

Charitable Activities £0

Other Trading £0

Investments £0

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,382,285

Raising Funds £0

Governance £2,216

Grants to Institutions £1,124,521

Other Expenditure £0

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	£16,403	£1,854,511				0 / 0
2022	£39,420	£18,110				0 / 0
2021	£1,205,449	£1,382,285	£1,382,285	£2,789,281	£0	0 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Royal Marines Museum

What does Royal Marines Museum do?

The Museum's mission is the preservation and presentation of all aspects of Royal Marines history for the education and enjoyment of the general public.

How much income did Royal Marines Museum report in 2025?

Royal Marines Museum reported total income of £16k and reported expenditure of £1.85m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Royal Marines Museum registered as a charity?

Royal Marines Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 September 1969 as charity number 259422. It has been registered for 57 years.

Who runs Royal Marines Museum?

Royal Marines Museum is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Royal Marines Museum operate?

Royal Marines Museum operates in Portsmouth City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Royal Marines Museum a registered charity?

Yes — Royal Marines Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 259422.