Thames Estuary Partnership
Also known as: Tep
The Partnership is established to conserve, protect and maintain the coastal,environmental and natural heritage of the Thames for the public benefit.It covers the Tidal Thames from Chelsea to Shoeburyness in Essex and the Isle of Grain in Kent dealing with Education, Dredging,Research,Recreation ,Archaeology and Fisheries, river transport, riverside development and others.
Activities & Mission
The Partnership is established to conserve, protect and maintain the coastal,environmental and natural heritage of the Thames for the public benefit.It covers the Tidal Thames from Chelsea to Shoeburyness in Essex and the Isle of Grain in Kent dealing with Education, Dredging,Research,Recreation ,Archaeology and Fisheries, river transport, riverside development and others.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 78% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 219). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 59% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £841,504 | £866,228 | £866,228 | £167,892 | £81,661 | 9 / 0 |
| 2024 | £660,361 | £640,553 | £640,553 | £192,616 | £86,133 | 6 / 0 |
| 2023 | £645,654 | £564,719 | £564,719 | £172,808 | £53,200 | 6 / 0 |
| 2022 | £597,623 | £609,012 | £609,012 | £91,873 | £53,200 | 7 / 0 |
| 2021 | £313,242 | £321,633 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Thames Estuary Partnership
What does Thames Estuary Partnership do?
The Partnership is established to conserve, protect and maintain the coastal,environmental and natural heritage of the Thames for the public benefit.It covers the Tidal Thames from Chelsea to Shoeburyness in Essex and the Isle of Grain in Kent dealing with Education, Dredging,Research,Recreation ,Archaeology and Fisheries, river transport, riverside development and others.
How much income did Thames Estuary Partnership report in 2025?
Thames Estuary Partnership reported total income of £842k and reported expenditure of £866k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Thames Estuary Partnership?
Thames Estuary Partnership has a program ratio of 102.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 78% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 219 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Thames Estuary Partnership registered as a charity?
Thames Estuary Partnership was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 November 2000 as charity number 1083199. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs Thames Estuary Partnership?
Thames Estuary Partnership 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 Thames Estuary Partnership operate?
Thames Estuary Partnership operates across 3 areas: Essex, Kent and London.
Is Thames Estuary Partnership a registered charity?
Yes — Thames Estuary Partnership is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1083199.
Details
Lombard Street
LONDON
EC3V 9BQ
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- 14 May 2026
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