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Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation

Also known as: Mpsro

The Mid Pennine Search and Rescue Organisation (MPSRO) serves as a representative body for the five independent Mountain Rescue teams in the Mid Pennine Region, namely; Bolton Mountain Rescue Team, Bowland Pennine Mountain Rescue Team, Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue Team, Calder Valley Search and Rescue Team and Holme Valley Mountain Rescue Team.

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Activities & Mission

The Mid Pennine Search and Rescue Organisation (MPSRO) serves as a representative body for the five independent Mountain Rescue teams in the Mid Pennine Region, namely; Bolton Mountain Rescue Team, Bowland Pennine Mountain Rescue Team, Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue Team, Calder Valley Search and Rescue Team and Holme Valley Mountain Rescue Team.

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.

Show all 10 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£12,312
Latest Expenditure
£6,246

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 50.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 50.7%
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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£12,312
£6,2460 / 10
2024
£2,743
£5,4260 / 8
2023
£7,049
£6,8020 / 15
2022
£24,039
£7,1880 / 8
2021
£0
£420 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation

What does Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation do?

The Mid Pennine Search and Rescue Organisation (MPSRO) serves as a representative body for the five independent Mountain Rescue teams in the Mid Pennine Region, namely; Bolton Mountain Rescue Team, Bowland Pennine Mountain Rescue Team, Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue Team, Calder Valley Search and Rescue Team and Holme Valley Mountain Rescue Team.

How much income did Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation report in 2025?

Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £6k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation registered as a charity?

Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 July 2019 as charity number 1184627. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation?

Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Ephraim Brain. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation operate?

Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation operates across 10 areas, including Bolton, Bury, Calderdale and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation a registered charity?

Yes — Mid Pennine Search And Rescue Organisation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1184627.

Details

Address
C/O Calder Valley Search & Rescue Team
The Rescue Post
Thrush Hill Road
HEBDEN BRIDGE
West Yorkshire
HX7 5AQ
Registration Date
26 July 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5128836
Charity Number
1184627

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Trustees

Paul Ephraim Brain Chair
Christopher Greenhalgh
David Lawrence Honour
Diane Janet Blakeley
KEVIN ALAN CAMPLIN
Matthew James Greaves
PETER GOBLE
Robert Freeman

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Mpsro

Data & trust

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