Penrith Mountain Rescue Team
Penrith MRT provides a search and rescue service for climbers and fellwalkers in the NE corner of the Lake District and Cumbria. In addition, the team is available to assist the statutory emergency services in any way they can. This service is offered free, 24 hours a day and 365 days of the year.
Activities & Mission
Penrith MRT provides a search and rescue service for climbers and fellwalkers in the NE corner of the Lake District and Cumbria. In addition, the team is available to assist the statutory emergency services in any way they can. This service is offered free, 24 hours a day and 365 days of the year.
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £117,222 | £53,762 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2023 | £127,347 | £54,503 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2022 | £67,154 | £74,628 | 0 / 39 | |||
| 2021 | £72,054 | £77,971 | 0 / 37 | |||
| 2020 | £74,475 | £41,307 | 0 / 41 |
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Frequently asked questions about Penrith Mountain Rescue Team
What does Penrith Mountain Rescue Team do?
Penrith MRT provides a search and rescue service for climbers and fellwalkers in the NE corner of the Lake District and Cumbria. In addition, the team is available to assist the statutory emergency services in any way they can. This service is offered free, 24 hours a day and 365 days of the year.
How much income did Penrith Mountain Rescue Team report in 2024?
Penrith Mountain Rescue Team reported total income of £117k and reported expenditure of £54k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Penrith Mountain Rescue Team registered as a charity?
Penrith Mountain Rescue Team was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 August 1977 as charity number 505809. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs Penrith Mountain Rescue Team?
Penrith Mountain Rescue Team is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Penrith Mountain Rescue Team operate?
Penrith Mountain Rescue Team operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Penrith Mountain Rescue Team a registered charity?
Yes — Penrith Mountain Rescue Team is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 505809.
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Tynefield Drive
PENRITH
CA11 8JA
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