The Great River Race Trust
To promote fixed-seat rowing, especially on the tidal Thames and its tributaries, by organizing events, in particular the Great River Race, making grants to organizations promoting fixed seat rowing, lending equipment and encouraging traditional boat building.
Activities & Mission
To promote fixed-seat rowing, especially on the tidal Thames and its tributaries, by organizing events, in particular the Great River Race, making grants to organizations promoting fixed seat rowing, lending equipment and encouraging traditional boat building.
Grants
The Great River Race Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2024)
- £100,265
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- arts, culture, heritage, or science and amateur sport
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £151,547 | £100,265 | 0 / 65 | |||
| 2023 | £162,651 | £96,243 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Great River Race Trust
What does The Great River Race Trust do?
To promote fixed-seat rowing, especially on the tidal Thames and its tributaries, by organizing events, in particular the Great River Race, making grants to organizations promoting fixed seat rowing, lending equipment and encouraging traditional boat building.
How much income did The Great River Race Trust report in 2024?
The Great River Race Trust reported total income of £152k and reported expenditure of £100k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Great River Race Trust registered as a charity?
The Great River Race Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 2022 as charity number 1199480. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs The Great River Race Trust?
The Great River Race Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jeremy Dennis Randall BSc. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Great River Race Trust operate?
The Great River Race Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Great River Race Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Great River Race Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1199480.
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- 26 October 2026
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