British Divers Marine Life Rescue
Also known as: Bdmlr, Bdmlr Tursiops Trading Ltd, British Divers, Marine Life Rescue, Ocean Rescue
BDMLR is an international marine animal rescue organisation, UK based. It aims to provide a rescue service for all marine wildlife, and further to provide support to existing rescue centres and develop new methods of treatment, transport and care.
Activities & Mission
BDMLR is an international marine animal rescue organisation, UK based. It aims to provide a rescue service for all marine wildlife, and further to provide support to existing rescue centres and develop new methods of treatment, transport and care.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £446,059 | £510,021 | 0 / 2300 | |||
| 2024 | £484,258 | £445,292 | 0 / 3100 | |||
| 2023 | £397,059 | £347,114 | 0 / 3500 | |||
| 2022 | £449,197 | £302,938 | 0 / 3000 | |||
| 2021 | £347,897 | £232,581 | 0 / 3000 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about British Divers Marine Life Rescue
What does British Divers Marine Life Rescue do?
BDMLR is an international marine animal rescue organisation, UK based. It aims to provide a rescue service for all marine wildlife, and further to provide support to existing rescue centres and develop new methods of treatment, transport and care.
How much income did British Divers Marine Life Rescue report in 2025?
British Divers Marine Life Rescue reported total income of £446k and reported expenditure of £510k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was British Divers Marine Life Rescue registered as a charity?
British Divers Marine Life Rescue was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 May 1990 as charity number 803438. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs British Divers Marine Life Rescue?
British Divers Marine Life Rescue is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is ALAN PAUL KNIGHT OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does British Divers Marine Life Rescue operate?
British Divers Marine Life Rescue operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is British Divers Marine Life Rescue a registered charity?
Yes — British Divers Marine Life Rescue is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 803438.
Details
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Also Known As
- Bdmlr
- Bdmlr Tursiops Trading Ltd
- British Divers
- Marine Life Rescue
- Ocean Rescue
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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