Reardon Smith Nautical Trust
The object of the trust is the advancement of education of young persons up to the age of 25, resident in Wales, and Devon in particular those resident in the City of Cardiff, including, but so as not to limit the foregoing, by payment of grants, scholarships, exhibitions and bursaries to individuals to attend recognised or maritime courses relating to shipping, maritime law and commerce.
Activities & Mission
The object of the trust is the advancement of education of young persons up to the age of 25, resident in Wales, and Devon in particular those resident in the City of Cardiff, including, but so as not to limit the foregoing, by payment of grants, scholarships, exhibitions and bursaries to individuals to attend recognised or maritime courses relating to shipping, maritime law and commerce.
Grants
Reardon Smith Nautical Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £230,082
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £125,549 | £230,082 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2024 | £129,743 | £200,511 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £120,255 | £166,461 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £126,173 | £247,982 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £118,705 | £80,700 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Reardon Smith Nautical Trust
What does Reardon Smith Nautical Trust do?
The object of the trust is the advancement of education of young persons up to the age of 25, resident in Wales, and Devon in particular those resident in the City of Cardiff, including, but so as not to limit the foregoing, by payment of grants, scholarships, exhibitions and bursaries to individuals to attend recognised or maritime courses relating to shipping, maritime law and commerce.
How much income did Reardon Smith Nautical Trust report in 2025?
Reardon Smith Nautical Trust reported total income of £126k and reported expenditure of £230k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Reardon Smith Nautical Trust registered as a charity?
Reardon Smith Nautical Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 September 2013 as charity number 1153623. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Reardon Smith Nautical Trust?
Reardon Smith Nautical Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHARLES REARDON SMITH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Reardon Smith Nautical Trust operate?
Reardon Smith Nautical Trust operates across 2 areas: Devon and Wales.
Is Reardon Smith Nautical Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Reardon Smith Nautical Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153623.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 3 other charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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