The Solway Aviation Society Limited
Also known as: Solway Aviation Museum, Solway Aviation Society
To preserve for the General Public an aviation museum providing information, education and preservation of our historic collection of British Jet Aircraft and the aviation heritage from Cumbria and the surrounding area.
Activities & Mission
To preserve for the General Public an aviation museum providing information, education and preservation of our historic collection of British Jet Aircraft and the aviation heritage from Cumbria and the surrounding area.
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
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Aviation Preservation Restoration and Education Society (apres) (organisation 5108003)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £223,168 | £143,576 | 0 / 114 | |||
| 2023 | £83,479 | £75,789 | 0 / 89 | |||
| 2022 | £60,743 | £53,175 | 0 / 98 | |||
| 2021 | £102,500 | £97,953 | 0 / 104 | |||
| 2020 | £70,647 | £32,212 | 0 / 51 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Solway Aviation Society Limited
What does The Solway Aviation Society Limited do?
To preserve for the General Public an aviation museum providing information, education and preservation of our historic collection of British Jet Aircraft and the aviation heritage from Cumbria and the surrounding area.
How much income did The Solway Aviation Society Limited report in 2024?
The Solway Aviation Society Limited reported total income of £223k and reported expenditure of £144k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Solway Aviation Society Limited registered as a charity?
The Solway Aviation Society Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 March 1994 as charity number 1034715. It has been registered for 32 years.
Who runs The Solway Aviation Society Limited?
The Solway Aviation Society Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is DOUGLAS KERR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Solway Aviation Society Limited operate?
The Solway Aviation Society Limited operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Solway Aviation Society Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Solway Aviation Society Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1034715.
Details
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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