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South Eastern Tug Society CIO

The restoration, preservation, and maintenance, for the public benefit the historic vessels known as M.T. Kent and M.T. Fearnought and/or such other vessels as may come into the custody or ownership of the C.I.O. This is achieved via the efforts of volunteer deck and engine room staff. Based in No 1 Basin Chatham Maritime. We visit as many maritime events in the east and south east as possible.

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Activities & Mission

The restoration, preservation, and maintenance, for the public benefit the historic vessels known as M.T. Kent and M.T. Fearnought and/or such other vessels as may come into the custody or ownership of the C.I.O. This is achieved via the efforts of volunteer deck and engine room staff. Based in No 1 Basin Chatham Maritime. We visit as many maritime events in the east and south east 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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£17,139
Latest Expenditure
£16,863

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 98.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 98.4%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£17,139
£16,8630 / 17
2024
£15,780
£11,4090 / 10
2023
£11,006
£5,6860 / 9
2022
£7,299
£6,0240 / 23
2021
£6,491
£2,9300 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about South Eastern Tug Society CIO

What does South Eastern Tug Society CIO do?

The restoration, preservation, and maintenance, for the public benefit the historic vessels known as M.T. Kent and M.T. Fearnought and/or such other vessels as may come into the custody or ownership of the C.I.O. This is achieved via the efforts of volunteer deck and engine room staff. Based in No 1 Basin Chatham Maritime. We visit as many maritime events in the east and south east as possible.

How much income did South Eastern Tug Society CIO report in 2025?

South Eastern Tug Society CIO reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was South Eastern Tug Society CIO registered as a charity?

South Eastern Tug Society CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 February 2017 as charity number 1171551. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs South Eastern Tug Society CIO?

South Eastern Tug Society CIO is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does South Eastern Tug Society CIO operate?

South Eastern Tug Society CIO operates across 4 areas: Essex, Kent, Medway and Suffolk.

Is South Eastern Tug Society CIO a registered charity?

Yes — South Eastern Tug Society CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171551.

Details

Address
66 Bellhouse Lane
Leigh on sea
essex
SS9 4PQ
Website
mt.kent.org
Registration Date
9 February 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5097026
Charity Number
1171551

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Trustees

Barry Richard Hill
GRAHAM JAMES SMITH
KEITH WILLIAM TOMS
MICHAEL ARTHUR WHEELBAND
STUART EMERY

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