The Guards Museum Trust
Educating the public in the traditions of The Guards though visits and events held at the Guards Museum throughout the year.
Activities & Mission
Educating the public in the traditions of The Guards though visits and events held at the Guards Museum 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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 21% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 131). How is this calculated?
Higher than 14% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% 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 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 | £751,495 | £419,459 | £223,349 | £1,735,351 | £1,668,956 | 5 / 38 |
| 2024 | £370,397 | £229,848 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2023 | £540,361 | £342,531 | £187,746 | £1,180,217 | £1,180,217 | 3 / 4 |
| 2022 | £283,100 | £266,353 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £196,012 | £215,794 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Guards Museum Trust
What does The Guards Museum Trust do?
Educating the public in the traditions of The Guards though visits and events held at the Guards Museum throughout the year.
How much income did The Guards Museum Trust report in 2025?
The Guards Museum Trust reported total income of £751k and reported expenditure of £419k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Guards Museum Trust?
The Guards Museum Trust has a program ratio of 29.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 21% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 131 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Guards Museum Trust registered as a charity?
The Guards Museum Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 September 1979 as charity number 278181. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs The Guards Museum Trust?
The Guards Museum Trust is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Guards Museum Trust operate?
The Guards Museum Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Guards Museum Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Guards Museum Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 278181.
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- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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