Rockinghorse Children's Charity
Also known as: The Royal Alexandra Hospital for Sick Children Centenary Fund, Rockinghorse Appeal
At Rockinghorse, we aim to make life better for sick and disabled babies, children and teenagers across Sussex. We do this by providing cutting edge equipment that the NHS cannot cover and by making medical and respite facilities for children and young people as comfortable, friendly and accessible as possible.
Activities & Mission
At Rockinghorse, we aim to make life better for sick and disabled babies, children and teenagers across Sussex. We do this by providing cutting edge equipment that the NHS cannot cover and by making medical and respite facilities for children and young people as comfortable, friendly and accessible as possible.
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 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 12% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Beneficiary group 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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,298,917 | £975,991 | £735,591 | £1,131,982 | £1,131,982 | 10 / 50 |
| 2024 | £1,025,248 | £977,508 | £688,901 | £809,055 | £809,055 | 9 / 50 |
| 2023 | £918,767 | £923,272 | £677,230 | £761,315 | £323,084 | 9 / 50 |
| 2022 | £782,868 | £688,228 | £527,951 | £765,820 | £283,098 | 10 / 50 |
| 2021 | £636,119 | £722,480 | £533,858 | £671,180 | £671,180 | 10 / 60 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Rockinghorse Children's Charity
What does Rockinghorse Children's Charity do?
At Rockinghorse, we aim to make life better for sick and disabled babies, children and teenagers across Sussex. We do this by providing cutting edge equipment that the NHS cannot cover and by making medical and respite facilities for children and young people as comfortable, friendly and accessible as possible.
How much income did Rockinghorse Children's Charity report in 2025?
Rockinghorse Children's Charity reported total income of £1.30m and reported expenditure of £976k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Rockinghorse Children's Charity?
Rockinghorse Children's Charity has a program ratio of 56.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Rockinghorse Children's Charity registered as a charity?
Rockinghorse Children's Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 March 1993 as charity number 1018759. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Rockinghorse Children's Charity?
Rockinghorse Children's Charity is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is OLI RAHMAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Rockinghorse Children's Charity operate?
Rockinghorse Children's Charity operates across 2 areas: East Sussex and West Sussex.
Is Rockinghorse Children's Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Rockinghorse Children's Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1018759.
Details
3rd Floor, Bart's House
Black Lion Street
Brighton
BN1 1JE
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Also Known As
- The Royal Alexandra Hospital for Sick Children Centenary Fund
- Rockinghorse Appeal
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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