Norfolk Rivers Trust
Also known as: Nrt
The organisation will conserve rehabilitate and improve the rivers streams watercourses and water impoundments of the catchments comprising the rivers of Norfolk including adjacent estuarine and coastal areas for the advancement of environmental protection and improvement for the benefit of the public.
Activities & Mission
The organisation will conserve rehabilitate and improve the rivers streams watercourses and water impoundments of the catchments comprising the rivers of Norfolk including adjacent estuarine and coastal areas for the advancement of environmental protection and improvement for the benefit of the public.
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
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 43% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 234). How is this calculated?
Higher than 47% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 44% 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.
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 | £2,765,634 | £2,384,217 | £2,184,495 | £1,824,829 | £891,065 | 33 / 241 |
| 2024 | £2,539,168 | £2,444,448 | £2,225,896 | £1,366,185 | £773,644 | 28 / 245 |
| 2023 | £2,057,425 | £1,820,854 | £1,617,593 | £1,271,465 | £592,110 | 20 / 54 |
| 2022 | £1,871,857 | £1,372,528 | £1,138,477 | £1,012,327 | £497,849 | 15 / 35 |
| 2021 | £912,836 | £749,634 | £749,634 | £512,998 | £209,373 | 13 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Norfolk Rivers Trust
What does Norfolk Rivers Trust do?
The organisation will conserve rehabilitate and improve the rivers streams watercourses and water impoundments of the catchments comprising the rivers of Norfolk including adjacent estuarine and coastal areas for the advancement of environmental protection and improvement for the benefit of the public.
How much income did Norfolk Rivers Trust report in 2025?
Norfolk Rivers Trust reported total income of £2.77m and reported expenditure of £2.38m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Norfolk Rivers Trust?
Norfolk Rivers Trust has a program ratio of 79.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 43% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 234 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Norfolk Rivers Trust registered as a charity?
Norfolk Rivers Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 February 2012 as charity number 1145854. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Norfolk Rivers Trust?
Norfolk Rivers Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Geoffrey Brighty. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Norfolk Rivers Trust operate?
Norfolk Rivers Trust operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Norfolk Rivers Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Norfolk Rivers Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1145854.
Details
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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