The Aire Rivers Trust
Improving the state of the River Aire and its tributaries, educating the public and other bodies about the water environment and improving/promoting access to same,
Activities & Mission
Improving the state of the River Aire and its tributaries, educating the public and other bodies about the water environment and improving/promoting access to same,
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 22% 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 90% 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 | £476,332 | £531,785 | 0 / 125 | |||
| 2024 | £358,328 | £413,469 | 0 / 75 | |||
| 2023 | £574,359 | £320,262 | £320,262 | £517,564 | £45,156 | 6 / 300 |
| 2022 | £388,871 | £406,241 | 0 / 300 | |||
| 2021 | £318,209 | £209,016 | 0 / 300 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Aire Rivers Trust
What does The Aire Rivers Trust do?
Improving the state of the River Aire and its tributaries, educating the public and other bodies about the water environment and improving/promoting access to same,
How much income did The Aire Rivers Trust report in 2025?
The Aire Rivers Trust reported total income of £476k and reported expenditure of £532k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Aire Rivers Trust?
The Aire Rivers Trust has a program ratio of 55.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 219 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Aire Rivers Trust registered as a charity?
The Aire Rivers Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 January 2012 as charity number 1145609. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Aire Rivers Trust?
The Aire Rivers Trust 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 The Aire Rivers Trust operate?
The Aire Rivers Trust operates across 4 areas: Bradford City, City Of Wakefield, Leeds City and North Yorkshire.
Is The Aire Rivers Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Aire Rivers Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1145609.
Details
Albion Mills
Albion Road
Greengates
BRADFORD
West Yor
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