The Hms Victory Preservation Company
Also known as: Hms Victory Charity
Preserve, restore and maintain HMS VictoryEducate the Naval Service, Auxiliaries and the public about the history of HMS Victory and of the Royal Navy Promote the efficiency of the armed forces by assisting recruitment and retention and fostering the esprit de corps of the Royal Navy; and Commemorate those members of the Naval Service and Auxiliaries who have died while on active service
Activities & Mission
Preserve, restore and maintain HMS VictoryEducate the Naval Service, Auxiliaries and the public about the history of HMS Victory and of the Royal Navy Promote the efficiency of the armed forces by assisting recruitment and retention and fostering the esprit de corps of the Royal Navy; and Commemorate those members of the Naval Service and Auxiliaries who have died while on active service
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 95% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 61% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 51% 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 | £1,255,302 | £1,638,627 | £1,511,815 | £71,052,100 | £296,078 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £732,979 | £824,885 | £694,866 | £71,003,467 | £478,751 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £683,216 | £317,764 | £123,767 | £67,497,231 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £597,317 | £1,047,304 | £842,835 | £68,806,360 | £113,262 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £380,131 | £392,661 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Hms Victory Preservation Company
What does The Hms Victory Preservation Company do?
Preserve, restore and maintain HMS VictoryEducate the Naval Service, Auxiliaries and the public about the history of HMS Victory and of the Royal Navy Promote the efficiency of the armed forces by assisting recruitment and retention and fostering the esprit de corps of the Royal Navy; and Commemorate those members of the Naval Service and Auxiliaries who have died while on active service
How much income did The Hms Victory Preservation Company report in 2025?
The Hms Victory Preservation Company reported total income of £1.26m and reported expenditure of £1.64m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Hms Victory Preservation Company?
The Hms Victory Preservation Company has a program ratio of 120.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 95% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Hms Victory Preservation Company registered as a charity?
The Hms Victory Preservation Company was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 March 2012 as charity number 1146376. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Hms Victory Preservation Company?
The Hms Victory Preservation Company is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hms Victory Preservation Company operate?
The Hms Victory Preservation Company operates in Portsmouth City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Hms Victory Preservation Company a registered charity?
Yes — The Hms Victory Preservation Company is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1146376.
Details
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated