The Ferry Project
Helping the homeless with love and support towards independence by providing personalised support and accommodation. We help to prevent homelessness by managing the Queen Mary Centre which provides a base for community organisations working with and for the local community. A central aim of the is to work closely with partners, including businesses, charities, churches and the public sector.
Activities & Mission
Helping the homeless with love and support towards independence by providing personalised support and accommodation. We help to prevent homelessness by managing the Queen Mary Centre which provides a base for community organisations working with and for the local community. A central aim of the is to work closely with partners, including businesses, charities, churches and the public sector.
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 51% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1072). How is this calculated?
Higher than 67% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 66% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £2,297,724 | £2,154,087 | £2,152,545 | £3,184,649 | £440,000 | 43 / 45 |
| 2024 | £2,146,310 | £2,161,977 | £2,159,818 | £3,041,012 | £604,000 | 42 / 43 |
| 2023 | £2,081,048 | £1,798,602 | £1,786,117 | £3,056,679 | £2,738,144 | 44 / 24 |
| 2022 | £1,505,749 | £1,543,882 | £1,474,465 | £2,786,827 | £2,755,900 | 41 / 20 |
| 2021 | £1,418,373 | £1,358,263 | £1,149,592 | £1,419,442 | £1,016,157 | 34 / 13 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Ferry Project
What does The Ferry Project do?
Helping the homeless with love and support towards independence by providing personalised support and accommodation. We help to prevent homelessness by managing the Queen Mary Centre which provides a base for community organisations working with and for the local community. A central aim of the is to work closely with partners, including businesses, charities, churches and the public sector.
How much income did The Ferry Project report in 2025?
The Ferry Project reported total income of £2.30m and reported expenditure of £2.15m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Ferry Project?
The Ferry Project has a program ratio of 93.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 51% of UK Housing charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1072 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Ferry Project registered as a charity?
The Ferry Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 May 1999 as charity number 1075389. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs The Ferry Project?
The Ferry Project 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 The Ferry Project operate?
The Ferry Project operates across 3 areas: Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire and Norfolk.
Is The Ferry Project a registered charity?
Yes — The Ferry Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1075389.
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10a-14 South Brink
Wisbech
Cambridgeshire
PE13 1JQ
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