Coombeswood Canal Trust
assist in the provision of facilities for recreation at or near to the Dudley Number 2 Canal including Hawne Basin including the restoration, improvement, enhancement, development, maintenance, conservation of and making fully navigable the Canal and the promotion of its use
Activities & Mission
assist in the provision of facilities for recreation at or near to the Dudley Number 2 Canal including Hawne Basin including the restoration, improvement, enhancement, development, maintenance, conservation of and making fully navigable the Canal and the promotion of its use
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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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 | £115,178 | £136,157 | 0 / 96 | |||
| 2024 | £81,804 | £101,030 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2023 | £91,922 | £80,835 | 0 / 105 | |||
| 2022 | £93,330 | £30,473 | 0 / 145 | |||
| 2021 | £77,531 | £74,488 | 0 / 120 |
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Frequently asked questions about Coombeswood Canal Trust
What does Coombeswood Canal Trust do?
assist in the provision of facilities for recreation at or near to the Dudley Number 2 Canal including Hawne Basin including the restoration, improvement, enhancement, development, maintenance, conservation of and making fully navigable the Canal and the promotion of its use
How much income did Coombeswood Canal Trust report in 2025?
Coombeswood Canal Trust reported total income of £115k and reported expenditure of £136k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Coombeswood Canal Trust registered as a charity?
Coombeswood Canal Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 October 2001 as charity number 1088978. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Coombeswood Canal Trust?
Coombeswood Canal Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robert David Fox. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Coombeswood Canal Trust operate?
Coombeswood Canal Trust operates across 3 areas: Birmingham City, Dudley and Sandwell.
Is Coombeswood Canal Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Coombeswood Canal Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1088978.
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