Ss Great Britain Trust
Also known as: Ss "great Britain" Project Limited, Ss Great Britain Project Limited
To preserve the ship, ss Great Britain, and her building dock for all time for the public benefit of all, and to place the same upon public display as a museum for the enhancement of the public understanding and appreciation of her social, commercial and technological context and significance.
Activities & Mission
To preserve the ship, ss Great Britain, and her building dock for all time for the public benefit of all, and to place the same upon public display as a museum for the enhancement of the public understanding and appreciation of her social, commercial and technological context and significance.
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
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 51% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 19% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 66% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £5,109,185 | £6,187,937 | £4,123,253 | £18,256,157 | £27,822 | 73 / 150 |
| 2024 | £5,545,986 | £6,437,361 | £4,270,317 | £18,679,678 | £143,675 | 73 / 150 |
| 2023 | £3,706,703 | £4,713,829 | £3,731,031 | £19,497,060 | £435,731 | 77 / 167 |
| 2022 | £3,700,711 | £4,440,489 | £3,651,082 | £20,717,406 | £517,387 | 81 / 208 |
| 2021 | £3,309,765 | £4,110,562 | £3,310,457 | £21,024,768 | £513,712 | 86 / 250 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ss Great Britain Trust
What does Ss Great Britain Trust do?
To preserve the ship, ss Great Britain, and her building dock for all time for the public benefit of all, and to place the same upon public display as a museum for the enhancement of the public understanding and appreciation of her social, commercial and technological context and significance.
How much income did Ss Great Britain Trust report in 2025?
Ss Great Britain Trust reported total income of £5.11m and reported expenditure of £6.19m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Ss Great Britain Trust?
Ss Great Britain Trust has a program ratio of 80.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 51% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Ss Great Britain Trust registered as a charity?
Ss Great Britain Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 February 1971 as charity number 262158. It has been registered for 55 years.
Who runs Ss Great Britain Trust?
Ss Great Britain Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Matthew Jones. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ss Great Britain Trust operate?
Ss Great Britain Trust operates across 3 areas: Bristol City, Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
Is Ss Great Britain Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Ss Great Britain Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 262158.
Details
GAS FERRY ROAD
BRISTOL
BS1 6TY
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Also Known As
- Ss "great Britain" Project Limited
- Ss Great Britain Project Limited
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated