The Bay Trust
Also known as: Ripple Down House Trust, The Ripple Down House Trust
To promote and provide for education and science in the United Kingdom and elsewhere, in particular but not by way of limitation in the fields of environmental protection, preservation and conservation; and to promote for the public benefit the preservation of the natural beauty, flora and fauna of St. Margaret's-at-Cliffe and such other areas as the trustees shall from time to time determine.
Activities & Mission
To promote and provide for education and science in the United Kingdom and elsewhere, in particular but not by way of limitation in the fields of environmental protection, preservation and conservation; and to promote for the public benefit the preservation of the natural beauty, flora and fauna of St. Margaret's-at-Cliffe and such other areas as the trustees shall from time to time determine.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 73% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £268,746 | £743,275 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2023 | £705,607 | £708,172 | £708,172 | £3,773,026 | £0 | 18 / 10 |
| 2022 | £452,659 | £724,388 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £303,436 | £770,277 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2020 | £706,285 | £999,129 | £976,818 | £4,709,625 | £0 | 29 / 8 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Bay Trust
What does The Bay Trust do?
To promote and provide for education and science in the United Kingdom and elsewhere, in particular but not by way of limitation in the fields of environmental protection, preservation and conservation; and to promote for the public benefit the preservation of the natural beauty, flora and fauna of St. Margaret's-at-Cliffe and such other areas as the trustees shall from time to time determine.
How much income did The Bay Trust report in 2024?
The Bay Trust reported total income of £269k and reported expenditure of £743k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Bay Trust?
The Bay Trust has a program ratio of 100.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 73% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 219 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Bay Trust registered as a charity?
The Bay Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 October 1993 as charity number 1026765. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs The Bay Trust?
The Bay Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is EDMOND RUBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Bay Trust operate?
The Bay Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Bay Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Bay Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1026765.
Details
Pines Garden
Beach Road
St Margaret's Bay
Dover
Kent
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Also Known As
- Ripple Down House Trust
- The Ripple Down House Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated