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The River Gipping Trust LTD

To maintain and improve as a charitable purpose for the benefit of the public the navigation of The River Gipping ( Ipswich & Stowmarket Navigation ) between Pickerel Bridge Stowmarket & West End Road Bridge Ipswich with any connecting waterway.

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Activities & Mission

To maintain and improve as a charitable purpose for the benefit of the public the navigation of The River Gipping ( Ipswich & Stowmarket Navigation ) between Pickerel Bridge Stowmarket & West End Road Bridge Ipswich with any connecting waterway.

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
£59,878
Latest Expenditure
£46,057

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 76.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 76.9%
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.

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2024 — Needham Market Walks (organisation 5187953)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£59,878
£46,0570 / 70
2024
£13,280
£27,2000 / 25
2023
£24,873
£17,8940 / 25
2022
£15,195
£17,1290 / 25
2021
£14,557
£3,0660 / 25

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Frequently asked questions about The River Gipping Trust LTD

What does The River Gipping Trust LTD do?

To maintain and improve as a charitable purpose for the benefit of the public the navigation of The River Gipping ( Ipswich & Stowmarket Navigation ) between Pickerel Bridge Stowmarket & West End Road Bridge Ipswich with any connecting waterway.

How much income did The River Gipping Trust LTD report in 2025?

The River Gipping Trust LTD reported total income of £60k and reported expenditure of £46k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The River Gipping Trust LTD registered as a charity?

The River Gipping Trust LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 June 2007 as charity number 1119586. It has been registered for 19 years.

Who runs The River Gipping Trust LTD?

The River Gipping Trust LTD is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Patchett. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The River Gipping Trust LTD operate?

The River Gipping Trust LTD operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The River Gipping Trust LTD a registered charity?

Yes — The River Gipping Trust LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1119586.

Details

Address
c/o IWA Head Office
Hardy House
Northbridge Road
Berkhamsted
HP4 1EF
Registration Date
11 June 2007
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4031158
Charity Number
1119586

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Trustees

James Patchett Chair
BRIAN EDWARD ANNIS OBE
Also governs 1 other charity
CHARD WADLEY
CHARLES HUGH STRIDE
GERALD FRANK CREASE
Gregory Charles Rashbrook
Heather Foster
Ian Cooper Absolon
Ian Douglas Petchey
Jean Ann Clark
Paul Raymond Cain

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