United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust
Also known as: Ukaht
Est in 1993, the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust exists to promote a greater public engagement with Antarctica, through heritage conservation, innovative storytelling and effective advocacy. Working in partnership to deliver large scale projects, we aim to inspire and engage audiences with the heritage of this fascinating continent and find new ways to actively inform its future.
Activities & Mission
Est in 1993, the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust exists to promote a greater public engagement with Antarctica, through heritage conservation, innovative storytelling and effective advocacy. Working in partnership to deliver large scale projects, we aim to inspire and engage audiences with the heritage of this fascinating continent and find new ways to actively inform its future.
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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 Efficiency
Higher than 10% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 4% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2015 — United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust (organisation 1024911)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,645,353 | £1,689,840 | £750,383 | £933,670 | £837,519 | 10 / 1 |
| 2024 | £551,058 | £698,273 | £569,535 | £1,367,263 | £1,180,083 | 5 / 0 |
| 2023 | £475,304 | £517,303 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £776,621 | £563,918 | £285,381 | £1,190,524 | £1,514,791 | 6 / 0 |
| 2021 | £686,213 | £536,679 | £284,052 | £972,831 | £1,090,456 | 6 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust
What does United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust do?
Est in 1993, the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust exists to promote a greater public engagement with Antarctica, through heritage conservation, innovative storytelling and effective advocacy. Working in partnership to deliver large scale projects, we aim to inspire and engage audiences with the heritage of this fascinating continent and find new ways to actively inform its future.
How much income did United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust report in 2025?
United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust reported total income of £1.65m and reported expenditure of £1.69m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust?
United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust has a program ratio of 45.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust registered as a charity?
United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 March 2015 as charity number 1160847. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust?
United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Paula Kim Crosbie. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust operate?
United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust operates across 2 areas: Antarctica and England And Wales.
Is United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust a registered charity?
Yes — United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160847.
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- 14 May 2026
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