How you can help us claim tax back from the government - at no extra cost to you
The National Motor Museum is one of the attractions of Beaulieu - and part of a registered charity. Because your payment will give you and your family admission to the Museum for a year we can take advantage of the “Gift Aid Admission” rules.
If you are a UK taxpayer, we can claim back the tax that you have paid on your donation from HM Revenue and Customs - at no extra cost to you.
All you need do is complete a Gift Aid declaration with your name and home address. We can then reclaim the tax on 60% of the total admission amount that you pay for you and your family to visit Beaulieu for one year.
To us, that’s worth an extra 25p for every £1 you give in this way.
You can imagine the difference this will make to the finances of the National Motor Museum Trust - with your help we can preserve the historic vehicles and unique archives in our care for future generations to enjoy.
If you are a higher rate taxpayer, you can claim additional tax relief when you complete your Self Assessment tax return – you should retain your receipt as proof of your donation.
By making a donation equivalent to our admission price you (and your family group) will not only receive free admission today but also free re-entry to the National Motor Museum for a year following your initial visit. You can come back as many times as you like within this period to the National Motor Museum (Excludes entrance to the rest of the Beaulieu complex and admission to Beaulieu Special Events).
We hope you will enjoy your visit to the National Motor Museum and that you will appreciate the work that is being done to preserve such a valuable part of our heritage.
If you have already visited and would like more information on terms and conditions of when your gift aid pass is valid then please click here.
Thank you for your interest in our work.
The National Motor Museum Trust Limited
Registered Charity No. 1107656
Frequently asked questions
What is Gift Aid?
Gift Aid is a scheme that allows charities to claim back the tax paid on donations and eligible payments from individuals who are UK taxpayers and who agree to make a Gift Aid declaration.
Why can the National Motor Museum ask for a donation instead of an admission charge?
This is because we are a charity and your payment will give you and your family entry to the Museum for a year.
Who can donate using the Gift Aid scheme?
Any individual who pays for him/her self and his family to have entry to the Museum for a year and also pays UK Income and/or Capital Gains Tax.
What do I have to do?
When visiting, simply complete a declaration with your name and home address – which will remain confidential. You do not need to tell the taxman you have made a Gift Aid declaration.
If you pay Income Tax at the higher rate you should simply retain your receipt as proof of your donation, and then include your donation on your Self-Assessment Tax return.
Can I gift aid online?
Yes, simply visit our online shop and follow the instructions.
If I give you my name and home address, will I receive yet more junk mail?
No! We promise that we shall not pass your details on to anyone other than HM Revenue and Customs – and we only give them your name (but we have to keep your home address on file). We will only write to you if you ask for news of future events at Beaulieu.
Can I donate my entrance fee even if I cannot or do not wish to take part in the Gift Aid scheme?
Yes you can. If you make a donation equivalent to our entrance price you (and your family group) will still be given admission to the National Motor Museum for a year (conditions apply).
