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The Lakes Flying Company Limited

To establish and maintain a heritage centre for the benefit of the public, that will tell the story of early powered seaplanes with the emphasis on the history of their early development and their activities in and around Windermere and the Lake District

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Activities & Mission

To establish and maintain a heritage centre for the benefit of the public, that will tell the story of early powered seaplanes with the emphasis on the history of their early development and their activities in and around Windermere and the Lake District

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

Latest Income
£37,981
Latest Expenditure
£39,032

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 102.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 102.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£37,981
£39,0320 / 15
2024
£52,903
£41,8280 / 10
2023
£75,989
£64,9910 / 10
2021
£39,379
£24,0130 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Lakes Flying Company Limited

What does The Lakes Flying Company Limited do?

To establish and maintain a heritage centre for the benefit of the public, that will tell the story of early powered seaplanes with the emphasis on the history of their early development and their activities in and around Windermere and the Lake District

How much income did The Lakes Flying Company Limited report in 2025?

The Lakes Flying Company Limited reported total income of £38k and reported expenditure of £39k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Lakes Flying Company Limited registered as a charity?

The Lakes Flying Company Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 October 2010 as charity number 1138624. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs The Lakes Flying Company Limited?

The Lakes Flying Company Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is IAN JOHN NORMAN GEE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Lakes Flying Company Limited operate?

The Lakes Flying Company Limited operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Lakes Flying Company Limited a registered charity?

Yes — The Lakes Flying Company Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1138624.

Details

Address
Bennett Brooks & Co Ltd
St. Georges Court
Winnington Avenue
NORTHWICH
CW8 4EE
Registration Date
27 October 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5010889
Charity Number
1138624

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Trustees

IAN JOHN NORMAN GEE Chair
ADRIAN BRUCE LEGGE
Alison Nicole Sandeman
Anne Christine Hughes
Also governs 1 other charity
David Kenneth Lodge McDonnell
Derek Andrew Wrathall
Katharine Miriam Tripp
Michael Nixon
PETULA ANNE GEE
Robin Peter Caddick
SIR HUMPHRY WAKEFIELD BT FRGS MA CANTAB
Also governs 1 other charity

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