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title: "Manston History Museum — check charity number 1179982 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Manston History Museum a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1179982. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Manston Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/manston-history-museum
retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:10:34.920Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Manston History Museum is a registered charity (number 1179982) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; arts/culture/heritage/science; recreation. Its latest reported income was £188,679 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

## What are the key facts about Manston History Museum?

Registered charity number

1179982

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

Manston Road

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£188,679

Website

[www.rafmanston.co.uk](http://www.rafmanston.co.uk/)

## What does Manston History Museum do?

The History of RAF Manston and its surrounding satellites at RAF Ash, RAF Sandwich and RAF Dunkirk. This is achieved through increasing its collection of artefacts and through maintenance of existing exhibits, and providing an insight into the history through its museum and events. this is in furtherance of the charity's objectives as set out in its constitution.

## What causes is Manston History Museum registered for?

General Charitable PurposesArts/culture/heritage/scienceRecreation

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Manston History Museum yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Manston History Museum is on the official
register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so
we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough
filing data exists — never by payment.
[How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology)

## Is this your charity?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Manston History Museum a legitimate charity?

Yes. Manston History Museum is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1179982) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is Manston History Museum's charity number?

Manston History Museum's charity number is 1179982. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1179982?

Search 1179982 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does Manston History Museum do?

The History of RAF Manston and its surrounding satellites at RAF Ash, RAF Sandwich and RAF Dunkirk. This is achieved through increasing its collection of artefacts and through maintenance of existing exhibits, and providing an insight into the history through its museum and events. this is in furtherance of the charity's objectives as set out in its constitution.

Does Manston History Museum have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Manston History Museum. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Manston History Museum?

Manston History Museum's website is http://www.rafmanston.co.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31,
used under the
[Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/).
Always verify current details on the
[official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1179982).