Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team
TWSMRT operates 24 hours per day, 365 days a year. We provide a mountain, search and rescue service for the whole of County Durham, from the high fells in the west to the coastal communities of the North Sea. The Team responds to requests by the Police to a range of incident types, from injured or lost people in the hills to vulnerable missing people in urban settings.
Activities & Mission
TWSMRT operates 24 hours per day, 365 days a year. We provide a mountain, search and rescue service for the whole of County Durham, from the high fells in the west to the coastal communities of the North Sea. The Team responds to requests by the Police to a range of incident types, from injured or lost people in the hills to vulnerable missing people in urban settings.
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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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Frequently asked questions about Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team
What does Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team do?
TWSMRT operates 24 hours per day, 365 days a year. We provide a mountain, search and rescue service for the whole of County Durham, from the high fells in the west to the coastal communities of the North Sea. The Team responds to requests by the Police to a range of incident types, from injured or lost people in the hills to vulnerable missing people in urban settings.
When was Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team registered as a charity?
Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 January 2026 as charity number 1216497.
Who runs Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team?
Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team is governed by a board of 16 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr John David Little. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team operate?
Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team operates across 2 areas: Darlington and Durham.
Is Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team a registered charity?
Yes — Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1216497.
Details
Rescue Centre
Lanchester Road
DURHAM
DH1 5RA
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