The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum
The Trust owns a collection of over 40,000 objects, documents and photographs chronicling the history of the King's Own Royal Regiment from its formation in 1680 to its amalgamation in 1959 with the Border Regiment to form the King's Own Royal Border Regiment. By agreement with the City Council of Lancaster, the collection is curated, stored, exhibited and managed by Lancaster City Museums.
Activities & Mission
The Trust owns a collection of over 40,000 objects, documents and photographs chronicling the history of the King's Own Royal Regiment from its formation in 1680 to its amalgamation in 1959 with the Border Regiment to form the King's Own Royal Border Regiment. By agreement with the City Council of Lancaster, the collection is curated, stored, exhibited and managed by Lancaster City Museums.
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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 | £45,948 | £31,769 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £31,922 | £33,439 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum
What does The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum do?
The Trust owns a collection of over 40,000 objects, documents and photographs chronicling the history of the King's Own Royal Regiment from its formation in 1680 to its amalgamation in 1959 with the Border Regiment to form the King's Own Royal Border Regiment. By agreement with the City Council of Lancaster, the collection is curated, stored, exhibited and managed by Lancaster City Museums.
How much income did The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum report in 2024?
The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum reported total income of £46k and reported expenditure of £32k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum registered as a charity?
The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 October 1976 as charity number 272109. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum?
The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum operate?
The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum a registered charity?
Yes — The King's Own Royal Regiment (lancaster) Regimental Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 272109.
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LANCASTER
LANCASHIRE
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