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The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation

The object of the Foundation is the advancement of public knowledge and appreciation of the Bentley Motorcar and its history by the establishment and maintenance of a museum, library and archive for the preservation, exhibition and study of the Collection.

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Activities & Mission

The object of the Foundation is the advancement of public knowledge and appreciation of the Bentley Motorcar and its history by the establishment and maintenance of a museum, library and archive for the preservation, exhibition and study of the Collection.

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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
£66,178
Latest Expenditure
£65,033

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 98.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£66,178
£65,0330 / 10
2024
£60,491
£58,7050 / 10
2023
£56,887
£65,0850 / 10
2022
£55,251
£65,5740 / 10
2021
£48,681
£54,5490 / 10

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Frequently asked questions about The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation

What does The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation do?

The object of the Foundation is the advancement of public knowledge and appreciation of the Bentley Motorcar and its history by the establishment and maintenance of a museum, library and archive for the preservation, exhibition and study of the Collection.

How much income did The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation report in 2025?

The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation reported total income of £66k and reported expenditure of £65k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation registered as a charity?

The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 April 1998 as charity number 1069179. It has been registered for 28 years.

Who runs The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation?

The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Barton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation operate?

The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1069179.

Details

Contact (address, phone)
Website
www.bdcl.org
Registration Date
17 April 1998
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3950111
Charity Number
1069179

Trustees

Michael Barton Chair
Alan Bodfish
Brian Dennis Gush
Dr Thomas Dine
Nita Ewart
Ron Warmington

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26 October 2026
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