Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust
Also known as: Greatgift/ggift
The Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust is a Building Preservation Trust that in the past has worked on finding a sustainable new use for the Grimsby Ice Factory, a Grade II* listed Victorian industrial building on Grimsby Docks. Currently the Trust is engaged in delivering the Peterson's Project, bringing back into use two buildings in the Kasbah Conservation Area of Grimsby Docks.
Activities & Mission
The Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust is a Building Preservation Trust that in the past has worked on finding a sustainable new use for the Grimsby Ice Factory, a Grade II* listed Victorian industrial building on Grimsby Docks. Currently the Trust is engaged in delivering the Peterson's Project, bringing back into use two buildings in the Kasbah Conservation Area of Grimsby Docks.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 78% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 89% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
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 | £371,888 | £517,932 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £745,622 | £738,605 | £738,605 | £146,576 | £0 | 0 / 5 |
| 2023 | £196,634 | £63,751 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £67,518 | £70,446 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £12,558 | £5,528 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust
What does Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust do?
The Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust is a Building Preservation Trust that in the past has worked on finding a sustainable new use for the Grimsby Ice Factory, a Grade II* listed Victorian industrial building on Grimsby Docks. Currently the Trust is engaged in delivering the Peterson's Project, bringing back into use two buildings in the Kasbah Conservation Area of Grimsby Docks.
How much income did Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust report in 2025?
Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust reported total income of £372k and reported expenditure of £518k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust?
Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust has a program ratio of 99.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 78% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust registered as a charity?
Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 April 2012 as charity number 1146988. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust?
Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is VICKY HARTUNG. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust operate?
Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust operates in North East Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Great Grimsby Ice Factory Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1146988.
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- 14 May 2026
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