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.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 93% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 31% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
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
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £566,807 | £808,132 | £720,499 | £3,558,712 | £1,073,043 | 10 / 30 |
| 2023 | £491,964 | £891,561 | 0 / 32 | |||
| 2022 | £443,661 | £833,097 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £465,904 | £702,870 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2020 | £570,055 | £671,491 | £610,098 | £4,644,820 | £4,587,754 | 9 / 29 |
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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
New Dover Road
Capel le Ferne
Folkestone
CT18 7JJ
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