The Mersea Island Festival Trust
The Trust supports two annual camps on Mersea Island, Essex that bring together over 400 young people and adults with or without a physical or learning disability. Participants are challenged and stimulated as they gain confidence, self esteem and new friends whilst experiencing a wide range of fun and exciting activities, supported by a team of over 70 volunteers of all ages and abilities.
Activities & Mission
The Trust supports two annual camps on Mersea Island, Essex that bring together over 400 young people and adults with or without a physical or learning disability. Participants are challenged and stimulated as they gain confidence, self esteem and new friends whilst experiencing a wide range of fun and exciting activities, supported by a team of over 70 volunteers of all ages and abilities.
Grants
The Mersea Island Festival Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £120,611
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- education and training, disability, 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 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 | £124,393 | £120,611 | 0 / 65 | |||
| 2024 | £93,498 | £101,005 | 0 / 69 | |||
| 2024 | £115,122 | £116,178 | 0 / 72 | |||
| 2023 | £33,554 | £39,654 | 0 / 130 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Mersea Island Festival Trust
What does The Mersea Island Festival Trust do?
The Trust supports two annual camps on Mersea Island, Essex that bring together over 400 young people and adults with or without a physical or learning disability. Participants are challenged and stimulated as they gain confidence, self esteem and new friends whilst experiencing a wide range of fun and exciting activities, supported by a team of over 70 volunteers of all ages and abilities.
How much income did The Mersea Island Festival Trust report in 2025?
The Mersea Island Festival Trust reported total income of £124k and reported expenditure of £121k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Mersea Island Festival Trust registered as a charity?
The Mersea Island Festival Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 May 2003 as charity number 1097455. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs The Mersea Island Festival Trust?
The Mersea Island Festival Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Thomas Brennan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Mersea Island Festival Trust operate?
The Mersea Island Festival Trust operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Mersea Island Festival Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Mersea Island Festival Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1097455.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated