Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team
Also known as: Teesdale and Weardale Search and Rescue Team, The Upper Teesdale and Weardale Fell Rescue Association
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.
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 Information
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £83,707 | £63,027 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2024 | £53,309 | £64,896 | 0 / 55 | |||
| 2023 | £46,103 | £52,610 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £68,261 | £58,589 | 0 / 53 | |||
| 2021 | £51,765 | £55,963 | 0 / 25 |
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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.
How much income did Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team report in 2025?
Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team reported total income of £84k and reported expenditure of £63k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
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 3 July 1979 as charity number 508877. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team?
Teesdale And Weardale Search And Mountain Rescue Team is governed by a board of 11 trustees. 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 in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
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 508877.
Details
The Chris Scott Mountain Search and
Lanchester Road
Durham
County Durham
DH1 5RA
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Also Known As
- Teesdale and Weardale Search and Rescue Team
- The Upper Teesdale and Weardale Fell Rescue Association
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- 14 May 2026
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