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The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO

The Battle of Britain Memorial Trust CIO is dedicated to preserving the memory of the men and women who took part in the Battle of Britain commemorating their achievements and sacrifice. The Trust sets out to educate the public about the unique nature of the Battle of Britain and ensure that future generations are aware of the importance of this event and its place in history.

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Activities & Mission

The Battle of Britain Memorial Trust CIO is dedicated to preserving the memory of the men and women who took part in the Battle of Britain commemorating their achievements and sacrifice. The Trust sets out to educate the public about the unique nature of the Battle of Britain and ensure that future generations are aware of the importance of this event and its place in history.

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

Latest Income
£566,807
Latest Expenditure
£808,132

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 127.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 93% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 89.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 31% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 13.1%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 25% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £221,855
Charitable Activities £161,409
Other Trading £55,409
Investments £34,310
Other Income £93,824

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £720,499
Raising Funds £87,633
Governance £18,342
Grants to Institutions £0
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£566,807
£808,132£720,499£3,558,712£1,073,04310 / 30
2023
£491,964
£891,5610 / 32
2022
£443,661
£833,0970 / 30
2021
£465,904
£702,8700 / 30
2020
£570,055
£671,491£610,098£4,644,820£4,587,7549 / 29

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO

What does The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO do?

The Battle of Britain Memorial Trust CIO is dedicated to preserving the memory of the men and women who took part in the Battle of Britain commemorating their achievements and sacrifice. The Trust sets out to educate the public about the unique nature of the Battle of Britain and ensure that future generations are aware of the importance of this event and its place in history.

How much income did The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO report in 2024?

The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO reported total income of £567k and reported expenditure of £808k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO?

The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO has a program ratio of 127.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO registered as a charity?

The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 September 2016 as charity number 1169005. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO?

The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD HUGH HUNTING CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO operate?

The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO a registered charity?

Yes — The Battle Of Britain Memorial Trust CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1169005.

Details

Address
The Battle of Britain Memorial
New Dover Road
Capel le Ferne
Folkestone
CT18 7JJ
Registration Date
1 September 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5082091
Charity Number
1169005

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Trustees

Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton GCB
Arabella Hastie
Barry Martstan Duffield DL
Deborah Burns
Also governs 1 other charity
GP CAPT PATRICK TOOTAL RAF OBE DL
Nicholas Lawn BSc Hons
Also governs 1 other charity
SAMANTHA JOSEPHINE PILCHER
Wng Cmdr RAF Retd Ian Paul Woodhouse MBE BSc

Sectors & Classifications

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