Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust
(1) To preserve for the benefit of the people of Sheerness and of the nation, the historical, architectural and constructional heritage that may exist in and around Sheerness, in particular in and around the former Royal Naval Dockyard in Sheerness.(2) To advance the public education and interest in the history and architectural heritage of the local area.
Activities & Mission
(1) To preserve for the benefit of the people of Sheerness and of the nation, the historical, architectural and constructional heritage that may exist in and around Sheerness, in particular in and around the former Royal Naval Dockyard in Sheerness.(2) To advance the public education and interest in the history and architectural heritage of the local area.
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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 Efficiency
Higher than 97% of UK Armed forces charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 69). How is this calculated?
Higher than 69% of UK Armed forces charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 77% of UK Armed forces charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £325,358 | £55,669 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £561,358 | £1,308,881 | £1,296,936 | £1,366,472 | £45,882 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,257,458 | £2,539,084 | £2,526,526 | £2,113,995 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,532,542 | £1,946,206 | £1,933,772 | £2,395,621 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £441,612 | £387,171 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust
What does Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust do?
(1) To preserve for the benefit of the people of Sheerness and of the nation, the historical, architectural and constructional heritage that may exist in and around Sheerness, in particular in and around the former Royal Naval Dockyard in Sheerness.(2) To advance the public education and interest in the history and architectural heritage of the local area.
How much income did Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust report in 2024?
Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust reported total income of £325k and reported expenditure of £56k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust?
Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust has a program ratio of 231.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Armed forces charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 69 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust registered as a charity?
Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 March 2015 as charity number 1160812. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust?
Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust operate?
Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Sheerness Dockyard Preservation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160812.
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