Tees Rivers Charitable Trust
The charity is involved in activities to improve the rivers, streams, watercourses and water impoundments of the catchments of the river Tees and its tributaries. In particular, work has been undertaken to deliver advice and capital works on diffuse rural pollution and invasive species control at a number of locations. The charity has also delivered River lab projects into local schools.
Activities & Mission
The charity is involved in activities to improve the rivers, streams, watercourses and water impoundments of the catchments of the river Tees and its tributaries. In particular, work has been undertaken to deliver advice and capital works on diffuse rural pollution and invasive species control at a number of locations. The charity has also delivered River lab projects into local schools.
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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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 11% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 67% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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 | £2,001,842 | £1,279,071 | £1,279,071 | £7,256,142 | £790,687 | 15 / 206 |
| 2024 | £6,964,381 | £1,067,101 | £1,067,101 | £6,534,520 | £425,962 | 11 / 100 |
| 2023 | £1,365,502 | £1,431,701 | £1,427,422 | £637,968 | £281,575 | 14 / 120 |
| 2022 | £741,114 | £619,840 | £619,840 | £704,167 | £80,000 | 10 / 270 |
| 2021 | £610,526 | £431,856 | £431,856 | £582,893 | £304,303 | 9 / 255 |
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Frequently asked questions about Tees Rivers Charitable Trust
What does Tees Rivers Charitable Trust do?
The charity is involved in activities to improve the rivers, streams, watercourses and water impoundments of the catchments of the river Tees and its tributaries. In particular, work has been undertaken to deliver advice and capital works on diffuse rural pollution and invasive species control at a number of locations. The charity has also delivered River lab projects into local schools.
How much income did Tees Rivers Charitable Trust report in 2025?
Tees Rivers Charitable Trust reported total income of £2.00m and reported expenditure of £1.28m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Tees Rivers Charitable Trust?
Tees Rivers Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 63.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 11% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Tees Rivers Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Tees Rivers Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 April 2009 as charity number 1128953. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Tees Rivers Charitable Trust?
Tees Rivers Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Jeremy Simpson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Tees Rivers Charitable Trust operate?
Tees Rivers Charitable Trust operates across 7 areas, including Darlington, Durham, Hartlepool and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Tees Rivers Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Tees Rivers Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1128953.
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