The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company
THE SUTTON HOO SHIP'S COMPANY WILL RECONSTRUCT THE SHIP BURIED UNDER MOUND 1 AT SUTTON HOO AROUND 625 . THE SHIP WILL BE BUILT ON THE SURVIVING INFORMATION AND THE BEST ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH OF THE DAY. THE SHIP WILL BE TRIALLED ON THE WATER TO TEST HYPOTHESES ABOUT ITS USE. THE BUILD AND TRIALS WILL INVOLVE SHIPWRIGHTS AND ROWERS OF ALL ABILITIES, THE COUNTRY WILL ACQUIRE A HISTORICAL ICON.
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THE SUTTON HOO SHIP'S COMPANY WILL RECONSTRUCT THE SHIP BURIED UNDER MOUND 1 AT SUTTON HOO AROUND 625 . THE SHIP WILL BE BUILT ON THE SURVIVING INFORMATION AND THE BEST ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH OF THE DAY. THE SHIP WILL BE TRIALLED ON THE WATER TO TEST HYPOTHESES ABOUT ITS USE. THE BUILD AND TRIALS WILL INVOLVE SHIPWRIGHTS AND ROWERS OF ALL ABILITIES, THE COUNTRY WILL ACQUIRE A HISTORICAL ICON.
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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 | £306,085 | £70,417 | 0 / 170 | |||
| 2024 | £223,977 | £41,321 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2023 | £204,263 | £35,682 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2022 | £203,399 | £32,175 | 0 / 88 | |||
| 2021 | £112,255 | £67,595 | 0 / 70 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company
What does The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company do?
THE SUTTON HOO SHIP'S COMPANY WILL RECONSTRUCT THE SHIP BURIED UNDER MOUND 1 AT SUTTON HOO AROUND 625 . THE SHIP WILL BE BUILT ON THE SURVIVING INFORMATION AND THE BEST ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH OF THE DAY. THE SHIP WILL BE TRIALLED ON THE WATER TO TEST HYPOTHESES ABOUT ITS USE. THE BUILD AND TRIALS WILL INVOLVE SHIPWRIGHTS AND ROWERS OF ALL ABILITIES, THE COUNTRY WILL ACQUIRE A HISTORICAL ICON.
How much income did The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company report in 2025?
The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company reported total income of £306k and reported expenditure of £70k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company registered as a charity?
The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 October 2017 as charity number 1175475. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company?
The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sean McMillan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company operate?
The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company operates across 8 areas, including Cambridgeshire, Derbyshire, East Riding Of Yorkshire and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company a registered charity?
Yes — The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1175475.
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