Mission and purpose
Our vision is to be the world’s greatest immersive event(s) and every day we strive to produce atmospheric spectaculars that enrich lives through creativity, connection, and contribution.
This vision is underpinned by our 3 values – Creativity, Connection and Contribution.
Creativity is our lifeblood. We present vivid and vibrant extravaganzas.
We are global citizens, with a special ability to bring people together on a local, national, and international scale.
We make significant contributions, both societal and financial that focus on the greater good.
Financial statements
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is a charitable organisation. The parent company at the helm of the organisation is The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Charities) Limited. Financial statements for this company are available to download below.
- Financial Statements 2024 (PDF 3.3Mb)
- Financial Statements 2023 (PDF 1.9Mb)
- Financial Statements 2022 (PDF 6.5Mb)
- Financial Statements 2021 (PDF 1.2Mb)
- Financial Statements 2020 (PDF 1.2Mb)
- Financial Statements 2019 (PDF 507Kb)
- Financial Statements 2018 (PDF 4.7Mb)
- Financial Statements 2017 (PDF 3.8Mb)
Charities we support
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo's charitable purposes are at the heart of everything we do. We're extremely proud to support a number of military charities. We are a not-for-profit organisation, and every year we donate substantial sums to charities.
The Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity
This principal charity of the Royal Navy exists to support sailors, marines, and their families for life by raising and delivering vital resources in partnership with others.
The Army Benevolent Fund
As the Army’s national charity, the ABF supports soldiers past and present, and their families, for life by providing grants and funding specialist organisations that support the wider Army family.
Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund
The longest-standing Royal Air Force charity, supporting serving and former RAF personnel and their families through financial, wellbeing, and respite support.
Scottish Schools Pipes and Drums Trust
The Trust supports and sustains piping and drumming in Scotland’s state schools, focusing on remote and disadvantaged areas to help safeguard Scotland’s musical heritage.
Tattoo Traditional Arts Programme
Supports Scotland’s traditional art forms through workshops, masterclasses, and performances that develop and showcase talent, with a focus on widening access across Scotland and internationally.
Army Piping and Drumming Committee
Preserves and advances the highest standards of Army piping and drumming through training, guidance, and stewardship of tradition.
Scottish National War Memorial
Honours the memory of Scots who died in conflict, serving as a national place of remembrance within Edinburgh Castle.
Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Commemorates 1.7 million Commonwealth service personnel by maintaining their graves and memorials across the world.
EIF
Celebrates Scotland’s cultural heritage by presenting outstanding traditional music, song, and dance on an international stage.
Army in Scotland Trust
Strengthens the welfare, heritage, and community connections and comradery of the British Army across Scotland through targeted project funding.
51 Brigade Welfare Fund
Enhances the wellbeing and morale of soldiers, veterans, and families within 51st Infantry Brigade and Headquarters Scotland.
Edinburgh Garrison Welfare Fund
Supports the welfare and community life of serving personnel, veterans, and families within the Edinburgh Garrison.