The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust
Also known as: C&crt
We aim to conserve and protect the waterways throughout the Calder river catchment. We aim to educate the public, particularly children, in: (1) The understanding of rivers,including their fauna, flora and economic or social activity, and river catchment management.(2) The need for, and benefits of, conservation, protection, rehabilitation and improvement of aquatic environments.
Activities & Mission
We aim to conserve and protect the waterways throughout the Calder river catchment. We aim to educate the public, particularly children, in: (1) The understanding of rivers,including their fauna, flora and economic or social activity, and river catchment management.(2) The need for, and benefits of, conservation, protection, rehabilitation and improvement of aquatic environments.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 35% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 219). How is this calculated?
Higher than 59% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 49% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £629,381 | £472,189 | £468,346 | £511,852 | £511,852 | 9 / 50 |
| 2024 | £441,261 | £387,829 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2023 | £412,109 | £235,037 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £80,284 | £91,270 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £87,614 | £28,650 | 0 / 26 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust
What does The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust do?
We aim to conserve and protect the waterways throughout the Calder river catchment. We aim to educate the public, particularly children, in: (1) The understanding of rivers,including their fauna, flora and economic or social activity, and river catchment management.(2) The need for, and benefits of, conservation, protection, rehabilitation and improvement of aquatic environments.
How much income did The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust report in 2025?
The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust reported total income of £629k and reported expenditure of £472k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust?
The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust has a program ratio of 74.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 35% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 219 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust registered as a charity?
The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 February 2010 as charity number 1134377. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust?
The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nicholas Simms. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust operate?
The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust operates across 3 areas: Calderdale, City Of Wakefield and Kirklees.
Is The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Calder And Colne Rivers Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1134377.
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West Yorkshire
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