Sea Life Trust Limited
The SEA LIFE TRUST develops, delivers and supports projects and campaigns and operates marine wildlife sanctuaries to help make a measurable difference to the protection of marine and freshwater wildlife and habitats across the world. Our main focus areas are: campaigning for freshwater & marine protection, reducing plastic pollution & overfishing in our seas and marine rescue & rehabilitation.
Activities & Mission
The SEA LIFE TRUST develops, delivers and supports projects and campaigns and operates marine wildlife sanctuaries to help make a measurable difference to the protection of marine and freshwater wildlife and habitats across the world. Our main focus areas are: campaigning for freshwater & marine protection, reducing plastic pollution & overfishing in our seas and marine rescue & rehabilitation.
Grants
Sea Life Trust Limited makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £40,941
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- the environment, conservation, or heritage
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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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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £4,236,873 | £5,072,310 | £4,006,641 | £6,583,082 | £4,394,271 | 77 / 1462 |
| 2024 | £6,763,872 | £4,820,643 | £3,855,556 | £7,297,725 | £7,154,752 | 73 / 1517 |
| 2023 | £4,110,740 | £4,138,774 | £3,204,333 | £5,397,974 | £5,337,835 | 72 / 2127 |
| 2022 | £3,605,486 | £4,040,439 | £3,225,039 | £5,501,894 | £5,443,515 | 66 / 93 |
| 2021 | £4,041,123 | £3,501,730 | £2,649,503 | £5,769,667 | £5,711,288 | 62 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sea Life Trust Limited
What does Sea Life Trust Limited do?
The SEA LIFE TRUST develops, delivers and supports projects and campaigns and operates marine wildlife sanctuaries to help make a measurable difference to the protection of marine and freshwater wildlife and habitats across the world. Our main focus areas are: campaigning for freshwater & marine protection, reducing plastic pollution & overfishing in our seas and marine rescue & rehabilitation.
How much income did Sea Life Trust Limited report in 2025?
Sea Life Trust Limited reported total income of £4.24m and reported expenditure of £5.07m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Sea Life Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Sea Life Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 November 2017 as charity number 1175859. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Sea Life Trust Limited?
Sea Life Trust Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sea Life Trust Limited operate?
Sea Life Trust Limited operates across 37 areas, including Australia, Austria, Belgium and 34 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Sea Life Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Sea Life Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1175859.
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- 9 November 2026
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