Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade
Coastal search, rescue (SAR) & Coastwatch. The SAR team is on call to assist Her majesties Coastguard (HMCG) 24 hours a day,365 days a year. The Coastwatch team operates 4 days each week. The Coastwatch team is a "Declared Facilities" of the HMCG. D/Edin training is available. The HQ are open to public as a museum. School parties & community groups visit. Visits are made to both groups
Activities & Mission
Coastal search, rescue (SAR) & Coastwatch. The SAR team is on call to assist Her majesties Coastguard (HMCG) 24 hours a day,365 days a year. The Coastwatch team operates 4 days each week. The Coastwatch team is a "Declared Facilities" of the HMCG. D/Edin training is available. The HQ are open to public as a museum. School parties & community groups visit. Visits are made to both groups
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.
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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.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £44,490 | £16,289 | 0 / 34 | |||
| 2023 | £14,505 | £17,274 | 0 / 33 | |||
| 2022 | £29,294 | £24,493 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £18,299 | £16,703 | 0 / 45 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade
What does Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade do?
Coastal search, rescue (SAR) & Coastwatch. The SAR team is on call to assist Her majesties Coastguard (HMCG) 24 hours a day,365 days a year. The Coastwatch team operates 4 days each week. The Coastwatch team is a "Declared Facilities" of the HMCG. D/Edin training is available. The HQ are open to public as a museum. School parties & community groups visit. Visits are made to both groups
How much income did Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade report in 2025?
Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade reported total income of £44k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade registered as a charity?
Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 2004 as charity number 1105980. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade?
Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade 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 Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade operate?
Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade operates across 3 areas: Durham, South Tyneside and Sunderland.
Is Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade a registered charity?
Yes — Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1105980.
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