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The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre

Also known as: The Roald Dahl Museum and Literature Centre

The charity furthers the education of the public in the art of literature and creativity by the provision and maintenance of a museum and literature centre based on the works of Roald Dahl. Its mission is to inspire in everyone a love of stories and creativity, particularly creative writing, using the Roald Dahl Archive, his stories and life.

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Activities & Mission

The charity furthers the education of the public in the art of literature and creativity by the provision and maintenance of a museum and literature centre based on the works of Roald Dahl. Its mission is to inspire in everyone a love of stories and creativity, particularly creative writing, using the Roald Dahl Archive, his stories and life.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,048,097
Latest Expenditure
£1,340,192

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 113.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 88.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 13.3%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £55,321
Charitable Activities £376,248
Other Trading £156,526
Investments £458,891
Other Income £1,111

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,185,536
Raising Funds £154,656
Governance £23,260
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£1,048,097
£1,340,192£1,185,536£13,856,988£12,854,59534 / 0
2024
£11,037,213
£1,728,514£1,533,335£14,149,083£13,142,80434 / 0
2023
£1,002,865
£1,243,220£1,057,606£4,840,384£3,831,71732 / 0
2022
£1,506,917
£1,072,628£865,771£5,080,739£4,070,03829 / 0
2021
£874,809
£934,887£755,797£4,646,450£421,38534 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre

What does The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre do?

The charity furthers the education of the public in the art of literature and creativity by the provision and maintenance of a museum and literature centre based on the works of Roald Dahl. Its mission is to inspire in everyone a love of stories and creativity, particularly creative writing, using the Roald Dahl Archive, his stories and life.

How much income did The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre report in 2025?

The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre reported total income of £1.05m and reported expenditure of £1.34m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre registered as a charity?

The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 March 2001 as charity number 1085853. It has been registered for 25 years.

Who runs The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre?

The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Isobel Hunter. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre operate?

The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre a registered charity?

Yes — The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1085853.

Details

Address
The Roald Dahl Museum
81-83 High Street
GREAT MISSENDEN
Buckinghamshire
HP16 0AL
Registration Date
28 March 2001
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3980855
Charity Number
1085853

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Trustees

Isobel Hunter Chair
Anthony Newton
Chriscilla Philogene
Louise Doughty
Michael Murray-Fennell
Sarah Realmuto
Sian Madin
Victoria Ann Grace

Also Known As

  • The Roald Dahl Museum and Literature Centre
  • The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre

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30 July 2026
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