Casp
Also known as: Cambridge Arctic Shelf Programme
The advancement of public education by conducting research into the geology of regions throughout the world and the publication of the useful results of such research.
Activities & Mission
The advancement of public education by conducting research into the geology of regions throughout the world and the publication of the useful results of such research.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 91% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 396). How is this calculated?
Higher than 62% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 60% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £854,003 | £1,430,203 | £1,408,788 | £4,697,012 | £4,697,012 | 15 / 0 |
| 2024 | £298,130 | £1,089,305 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £115,355 | £1,314,907 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £544,105 | £1,431,510 | £1,390,030 | £7,983,666 | £7,883,666 | 23 / 0 |
| 2021 | £806,755 | £1,750,979 | £1,716,489 | £8,886,893 | £8,886,893 | 22 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Casp
What does Casp do?
The advancement of public education by conducting research into the geology of regions throughout the world and the publication of the useful results of such research.
How much income did Casp report in 2025?
Casp reported total income of £854k and reported expenditure of £1.43m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Casp?
Casp has a program ratio of 165.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 91% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 396 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Casp registered as a charity?
Casp was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 February 1988 as charity number 298729. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs Casp?
Casp is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROFESSOR JOHN MARSHALL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Casp operate?
Casp operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Casp a registered charity?
Yes — Casp is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 298729.
Details
WEST BUILDING
Madingley Rise
Madingley Road
Cambridge
CB3 0UD
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Also Known As
- Cambridge Arctic Shelf Programme
- Casp
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated