Mersey Rivers Trust
The Mersey Rivers Trust is a charity working in partnership with all those interested in improving our local rivers and waterways. As a member of the national Rivers Trust movement, it is the Rivers Trust for the River Mersey and its catchment. The Trust covers a large area of the North West River Basin District and includes the rivers Alt, Crossens, Irwell, Tame, Goyt, Bollin, Weaver and more.
Activities & Mission
The Mersey Rivers Trust is a charity working in partnership with all those interested in improving our local rivers and waterways. As a member of the national Rivers Trust movement, it is the Rivers Trust for the River Mersey and its catchment. The Trust covers a large area of the North West River Basin District and includes the rivers Alt, Crossens, Irwell, Tame, Goyt, Bollin, Weaver and more.
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 73% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 234). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 87% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. (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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,177,767 | £1,142,658 | £1,142,658 | £550,778 | £228,503 | 24 / 156 |
| 2024 | £974,798 | £843,371 | £843,371 | £515,669 | £243,943 | 15 / 210 |
| 2023 | £683,053 | £655,243 | £655,243 | £384,242 | £199,412 | 14 / 262 |
| 2022 | £936,662 | £1,130,897 | £1,130,897 | £356,432 | £16,270 | 13 / 179 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Mersey Rivers Trust
What does Mersey Rivers Trust do?
The Mersey Rivers Trust is a charity working in partnership with all those interested in improving our local rivers and waterways. As a member of the national Rivers Trust movement, it is the Rivers Trust for the River Mersey and its catchment. The Trust covers a large area of the North West River Basin District and includes the rivers Alt, Crossens, Irwell, Tame, Goyt, Bollin, Weaver and more.
How much income did Mersey Rivers Trust report in 2025?
Mersey Rivers Trust reported total income of £1.18m and reported expenditure of £1.14m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Mersey Rivers Trust?
Mersey Rivers Trust has a program ratio of 97.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 73% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 234 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Mersey Rivers Trust registered as a charity?
Mersey Rivers Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 November 2021 as charity number 1196777. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs Mersey Rivers Trust?
Mersey Rivers Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Keith Hendry. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Mersey Rivers Trust operate?
Mersey Rivers Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Mersey Rivers Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Mersey Rivers Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1196777.
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