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South East Wales Rivers Trust

Also known as: Sewrt

The Trust works in the former South East Wales Industrial Valleys. It Curently works with Wild Life Trusts, Councils as well as Schools and environmental Bodies such as Groundwork and Natural Resources Wales. Current Activities include the Running of School programes on River habitat and it's importance to the community as well as the important work of improving access to fish over man made weirs

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Activities & Mission

The Trust works in the former South East Wales Industrial Valleys. It Curently works with Wild Life Trusts, Councils as well as Schools and environmental Bodies such as Groundwork and Natural Resources Wales. Current Activities include the Running of School programes on River habitat and it's importance to the community as well as the important work of improving access to fish over man made weirs

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.

Show all 7 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£538,750
Latest Expenditure
£396,684

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 68.4%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 92.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 8.8%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £4,291
Charitable Activities £532,952
Other Trading £0
Investments £1,506
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £368,357
Raising Funds £28,327
Governance £6,617
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£538,750
£396,684£368,357£380,392£122,4476 / 104
2024
£250,143
£184,9480 / 20
2023
£157,334
£291,3350 / 50
2022
£212,052
£187,2480 / 10
2021
£303,627
£216,2180 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about South East Wales Rivers Trust

What does South East Wales Rivers Trust do?

The Trust works in the former South East Wales Industrial Valleys. It Curently works with Wild Life Trusts, Councils as well as Schools and environmental Bodies such as Groundwork and Natural Resources Wales. Current Activities include the Running of School programes on River habitat and it's importance to the community as well as the important work of improving access to fish over man made weirs

How much income did South East Wales Rivers Trust report in 2025?

South East Wales Rivers Trust reported total income of £539k and reported expenditure of £397k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was South East Wales Rivers Trust registered as a charity?

South East Wales Rivers Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 February 2012 as charity number 1145724. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs South East Wales Rivers Trust?

South East Wales Rivers Trust 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 South East Wales Rivers Trust operate?

South East Wales Rivers Trust operates across 7 areas, including Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Cardiff and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is South East Wales Rivers Trust a registered charity?

Yes — South East Wales Rivers Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1145724.

Details

Address
Greggs
Unit B22 Taffs Fall Road,
Treforest Industrial Estate
PONTYPRIDD
Mid Glamorgan
CF37 5TT
Registration Date
1 February 2012
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5019449
Charity Number
1145724

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Trustees

Anthony Rees MBE
Gareth John Harvey
James Gregory
JONATHAN DAVIDSON TAYLOR
JONATHAN IAN MEAD
Richard Williams

Also Known As

  • Sewrt

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