Cotswolds Rivers Trust

Also known as: Crt

Conserve, protect, rehabilitate and improve the Thames tributaries rising within the Cotswold area of outstanding natural beauty.

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Activities & Mission

Conserve, protect, rehabilitate and improve the Thames tributaries rising within the Cotswold area of outstanding natural beauty.

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

Gloucestershire Oxfordshire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£47,282

Latest Expenditure

£109,757

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 232.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 232.1%

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 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	Staff
2025	£47,282	£109,757	0 / 22
2024	£52,133	£56,187	0 / 10
2023	£114,267	£28,722	0 / 25
2021	£18,018	£77	0 / 8

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Frequently asked questions about Cotswolds Rivers Trust

What does Cotswolds Rivers Trust do?

Conserve, protect, rehabilitate and improve the Thames tributaries rising within the Cotswold area of outstanding natural beauty.

How much income did Cotswolds Rivers Trust report in 2025?

Cotswolds Rivers Trust reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £110k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Cotswolds Rivers Trust registered as a charity?

Cotswolds Rivers Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 January 2013 as charity number 1150357. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs Cotswolds Rivers Trust?

Cotswolds Rivers Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Richard Martindale Knowles. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Cotswolds Rivers Trust operate?

Cotswolds Rivers Trust operates across 2 areas: Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire.

Is Cotswolds Rivers Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Cotswolds Rivers Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1150357.