The Sir Max Aitken Museum
The charity maintains and manages its funds in order to to ensure that the collection in the Museum is maintained in immaculate condition and is accessible to all. The charity seeks to maintain the properties in their ownership in the best possible order.
Activities & Mission
The charity maintains and manages its funds in order to to ensure that the collection in the Museum is maintained in immaculate condition and is accessible to all. The charity seeks to maintain the properties in their ownership in the best possible order.
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
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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 | £112,620 | £124,913 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £144,866 | £127,930 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £82,782 | £78,653 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £68,484 | £85,572 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £128,219 | £112,345 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Sir Max Aitken Museum
What does The Sir Max Aitken Museum do?
The charity maintains and manages its funds in order to to ensure that the collection in the Museum is maintained in immaculate condition and is accessible to all. The charity seeks to maintain the properties in their ownership in the best possible order.
How much income did The Sir Max Aitken Museum report in 2025?
The Sir Max Aitken Museum reported total income of £113k and reported expenditure of £125k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Sir Max Aitken Museum registered as a charity?
The Sir Max Aitken Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 September 1979 as charity number 278455. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs The Sir Max Aitken Museum?
The Sir Max Aitken Museum is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER GUTHRIE LITTLE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sir Max Aitken Museum operate?
The Sir Max Aitken Museum operates in Isle Of Wight, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Sir Max Aitken Museum a registered charity?
Yes — The Sir Max Aitken Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 278455.
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