Bude Surf Life Saving Club

The teaching of water and beach safety, and training to qualification standards for surf lifeguarding. Search and Rescue activities through lifeguarding of local beaches.

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Activities & Mission

The teaching of water and beach safety, and training to qualification standards for surf lifeguarding. Search and Rescue activities through lifeguarding of local beaches.

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.

Local Authority

Cornwall

Financial Information

Latest Income

£68,393

Latest Expenditure

£84,784

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 124.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 124.0%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£68,393	£84,784	0 / 150
2023	£126,666	£107,194	0 / 150
2022	£81,556	£134,562	0 / 150
2021	£197,487	£97,344	0 / 75
2020	£48,740	£37,742	0 / 80

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Bude Surf Life Saving Club

What does Bude Surf Life Saving Club do?

The teaching of water and beach safety, and training to qualification standards for surf lifeguarding. Search and Rescue activities through lifeguarding of local beaches.

How much income did Bude Surf Life Saving Club report in 2024?

Bude Surf Life Saving Club reported total income of £68k and reported expenditure of £85k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bude Surf Life Saving Club registered as a charity?

Bude Surf Life Saving Club was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 January 1994 as charity number 1032099. It has been registered for 32 years.

Who runs Bude Surf Life Saving Club?

Bude Surf Life Saving Club is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Bude Surf Life Saving Club operate?

Bude Surf Life Saving Club operates in Cornwall, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Bude Surf Life Saving Club a registered charity?

Yes — Bude Surf Life Saving Club is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1032099.