RAF MANSTON SPITFIRE & HURRICANE MEMORIAL MUSEUM
The RAF Manston Spitfire & Hurricane Memorial Museum houses two aircraft which are preserved for the education and engagement of the general public.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds increased to £889,405, up from £866,447 in the previous year, driven by a net income of £22,958. The trustees' report notes that reserves policy aims for a minimum of £25,000 to cover emergency requirements, a target well exceeded by current holdings. The charity remains in a stable financial position with no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue operating.
What the accounts disclose
“A figure of £25,000 is considered to be the minimum, due to the age of the museum buildings.” — page 4
“These financial statements do not consolidate the results of the charity and its wholly owned subsidiary, Manston Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Trust Limited” — page 9
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (22/03/2017)
Trustees
- Paul L Quailechair
- Dennis Jackson
- Diane Cooke
- Howard Wilton
- Nigel Waters
- Richard Bateman
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £152k | £129k |
| 31/08/2024 | £186k | £91k |
| 31/08/2023 | £181k | £76k |
| 31/08/2022 | £124k | £72k |
| 31/08/2021 | £82k | £78k |
Common questions
Is RAF MANSTON SPITFIRE & HURRICANE MEMORIAL MUSEUM financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds increased to £889,405, up from £866,447 in the previous year, driven by a net income of £22,958. The trustees' report notes that reserves policy aims for a minimum of £25,000 to cover emergency requirements, a target well exceeded by current holdings. The charity remains in a stable financial position with no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue operating. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.