The Cheshire Military Museum
Also known as: The Soldiers of Cheshire
Museum dedicated to life and times of soldiers of The Cheshire Yeomanry, The 22nd (CHESHIRE) Regiment, The Mercian Regiment and C Sqn RMLY Exhibits show history of regiments raised in Cheshire spanning 3 Centuries.Assists in research for individuals tracing family history.Extra commemmorative exhibitions throughout the year.
Activities & Mission
Museum dedicated to life and times of soldiers of The Cheshire Yeomanry, The 22nd (CHESHIRE) Regiment, The Mercian Regiment and C Sqn RMLY Exhibits show history of regiments raised in Cheshire spanning 3 Centuries.Assists in research for individuals tracing family history.Extra commemmorative exhibitions throughout the year.
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.
Show all 8 areas of operation Hide areas of operation
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £121,351 | £99,804 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2024 | £96,001 | £81,085 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £69,485 | £82,011 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £74,168 | £68,924 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £35,256 | £45,062 | 0 / 4 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Cheshire Military Museum
What does The Cheshire Military Museum do?
Museum dedicated to life and times of soldiers of The Cheshire Yeomanry, The 22nd (CHESHIRE) Regiment, The Mercian Regiment and C Sqn RMLY Exhibits show history of regiments raised in Cheshire spanning 3 Centuries.Assists in research for individuals tracing family history.Extra commemmorative exhibitions throughout the year.
How much income did The Cheshire Military Museum report in 2025?
The Cheshire Military Museum reported total income of £121k and reported expenditure of £100k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Cheshire Military Museum registered as a charity?
The Cheshire Military Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 October 1976 as charity number 272108. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs The Cheshire Military Museum?
The Cheshire Military Museum is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Brigadier Benjamin Wilde. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Cheshire Military Museum operate?
The Cheshire Military Museum operates across 8 areas, including Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester, Halton and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Cheshire Military Museum a registered charity?
Yes — The Cheshire Military Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 272108.
Details
THE CASTLE
GROSVENOR STREET
CHESTER
CH1 2DN
Registry Information
Is this your charity?
Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.
Claim this listing Learn more about premium profilesOther notable Heritage charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Soldiers of Cheshire
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated