Society For Nautical Research
The Society's core activities are to support and publish research into maritime areas by means of inter alia producing The Mariner's Mirror; supporting conferences; making an award for the best book published on maritime history in the previous year, delivering an annual lecture; developing the Society's website and administering the Save The Victory Fund and the Macpherson Fund.
Activities & Mission
The Society's core activities are to support and publish research into maritime areas by means of inter alia producing The Mariner's Mirror; supporting conferences; making an award for the best book published on maritime history in the previous year, delivering an annual lecture; developing the Society's website and administering the Save The Victory Fund and the Macpherson Fund.
Grants
Society For Nautical Research makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £178,265
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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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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 | £249,506 | £178,265 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £261,406 | £154,593 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £238,130 | £135,812 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £218,862 | £294,121 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £305,422 | £228,498 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Society For Nautical Research
What does Society For Nautical Research do?
The Society's core activities are to support and publish research into maritime areas by means of inter alia producing The Mariner's Mirror; supporting conferences; making an award for the best book published on maritime history in the previous year, delivering an annual lecture; developing the Society's website and administering the Save The Victory Fund and the Macpherson Fund.
How much income did Society For Nautical Research report in 2025?
Society For Nautical Research reported total income of £250k and reported expenditure of £178k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Society For Nautical Research registered as a charity?
Society For Nautical Research was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1993 as charity number 1026357. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Society For Nautical Research?
Society For Nautical Research is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Society For Nautical Research operate?
Society For Nautical Research operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Society For Nautical Research a registered charity?
Yes — Society For Nautical Research is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1026357.
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- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
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