Pakefield Coastwatch
A Coastal Surveillance Station that provides assistance in the protection and preservation of the lives and property of people at sea or along the coastline, within the visible range of the Coastwatch Station, by keeping a watch and providing support to Search and Rescue services and by assisting and reporting directly to HM Coastguard.
Activities & Mission
A Coastal Surveillance Station that provides assistance in the protection and preservation of the lives and property of people at sea or along the coastline, within the visible range of the Coastwatch Station, by keeping a watch and providing support to Search and Rescue services and by assisting and reporting directly to HM Coastguard.
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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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 | £3,948 | £3,875 | 0 / 32 | |||
| 2024 | £4,438 | £2,685 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £1,837 | £3,039 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £4,657 | £3,753 | 0 / 24 | |||
| 2021 | £904 | £837 | 0 / 17 |
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Frequently asked questions about Pakefield Coastwatch
What does Pakefield Coastwatch do?
A Coastal Surveillance Station that provides assistance in the protection and preservation of the lives and property of people at sea or along the coastline, within the visible range of the Coastwatch Station, by keeping a watch and providing support to Search and Rescue services and by assisting and reporting directly to HM Coastguard.
How much income did Pakefield Coastwatch report in 2025?
Pakefield Coastwatch reported total income of £4k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Pakefield Coastwatch registered as a charity?
Pakefield Coastwatch was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 May 2018 as charity number 1178259. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Pakefield Coastwatch?
Pakefield Coastwatch is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Steven O'Hagan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Pakefield Coastwatch operate?
Pakefield Coastwatch operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Pakefield Coastwatch a registered charity?
Yes — Pakefield Coastwatch is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1178259.
Details
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