The Spitfire & Hurricane Museum was founded in 1981 and the first hall (the Spitfire Hall), costing £35,000 was built with money raised from the local community. The Hurricane Hall, built in 1988 also owes its existence to support from the local community. Since its inception, the museum has been a free to enter attraction, relying solely on public support as the museum is entirely self-funding and does not enjoy public (i.e.: National or Local Government) funding.
Donations are very gratefully received. Not only because they let us know that we enjoy the support and interest of our visitors but also because, like many charities, we can claim Gift Aid support which could add an additional 20% to our donated income.
You can make a personal donation:
We are also happy to discuss:
If you represent a business and would like to support the work of the Museum, we are always happy to discuss this for mutual benefit. If you wish, we will happily promote the support your business or company has given, financial or otherwise. In fact, some of the most useful support has been received as in-kind support i.e.: re-fitting facilities, laying paths and fencing in the past. An additional benefit is that as we're a charity, your donation will not only be gratefully received by the museum but could have tax advantages for your business.
We hope that all our visitors enjoy long, healthy and happy lives but when the time comes you may feel you would like to continue to support the Museum's work in the future even after you're gone, by leaving a legacy.
We have prepared some suggested wording to aid you in making your bequest below but would suggest this should be discussed with your solicitor and does not constitute legal advice.
Percentage Bequest
A Percentage bequest is a percentage share of your estate after other bequests and any expenses have been paid.
I give ____ (all or a ___ % share) of my residuary estate to The RAF Manston Spitfire & Hurricane Memorial Museum CIO, now or previously located at Manston Rd, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 5DF (UK registered charity number 1159 597) for its general charitable purposes and I declare that the receipt of the Treasurer or other authorised officer at the charity shall be a full and sufficient discharge to my Executor/s.
Specific Bequest
A Specific bequest is a specific amount of money.
I give free of tax to the sum of £_____ [sum in words] to The RAF Manston Spitfire & Hurricane Memorial Museum CIO, now or previously located at Manston Rd, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 5DF (UK registered charity number 1159 597) for its general purposes, and declare that the receipt of the Treasurer or other authorised officer at the charity shall be a full and sufficient discharge to my Executor/s.
Your solicitor will be able to advise you further about these and other types of bequests.
We are happy to discuss donations or loans of any artefacts that may be relevant to the Museum.
Volunteers are essential to the museum's survival and often the first point of contact for visitors. There are a great many volunteering roles such as running the shop and generating income for our charity, maintenance and gardening to make sure the museum is presentable and functional at all times and hosting visitors and booked groups by answering questions or getting them to engage with our collection.
None of these really suit me? Not to worry, a great many specific roles (education, marketing, fundraising, etc.) are also undertaken by volunteers. So, whatever your interest we can usually find something for you.
Apart from being vital to the future of the Museum, volunteering can also be rewarding in many other ways. It's very useful for those looking to expand their social circle, spend some time in an interesting environment or, indeed, even as good experience to put on a CV to bolster your transferable skills. Finally, volunteers enjoy free teas and coffees, free access to our talks and 15% off in our shop.
Did you know that 60% of people who have been recommended an attraction by someone they know are likely to visit themselves? Word of mouth is the best way to advertise so please tell everyone you know about our Museum, especially as it's free to visit!
All profits from our Shop, Simulator flights and talks are donated to the Museum trust. So, just by buying a souvenir or flight experience you are already supporting our museum and have something to take home with you at the end of your day!
Donations are very gratefully received. Not only because they let us know that we enjoy the support and interest of our visitors but also because, like many charities, we can claim Gift Aid support which could add an additional 20% to our donated income.
Our partners
The Spitfire & Hurricane Memorial Museum CIO
is grateful to the team at JJUK ltd
for their continued assistance
