The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent
Also known as: The Rochester Bridge Trust, The Wardens and Assistants of the Rochester Bridge in the County of Kent, The Wardens and Assistants of the Rochester Bridge Trust in the County of Kent, Rochester Bridge Trust
The maintenance and improvement of two road bridges and a services bridge (known as Rochester Bridge). Care of and access to archives and historical artefacts. The promotion of other charitable purposes through projects and the award of grants for education and research in engineering, agriculture & history; heritage structures; and charitable purposes connected to the River Medway.
Activities & Mission
The maintenance and improvement of two road bridges and a services bridge (known as Rochester Bridge). Care of and access to archives and historical artefacts. The promotion of other charitable purposes through projects and the award of grants for education and research in engineering, agriculture & history; heritage structures; and charitable purposes connected to the River Medway.
Grants
The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £288,557
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 78% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 199). How is this calculated?
Higher than 5% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 4% of UK Economic and community development 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 | £3,858,749 | £6,639,464 | £4,020,710 | £131,613,338 | £131,613,338 | 22 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,703,270 | £4,052,851 | £2,263,712 | £131,974,357 | £131,974,357 | 16 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,416,408 | £4,121,306 | £2,097,142 | £119,454,333 | £119,454,333 | 15 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,382,593 | £3,886,659 | £1,398,136 | £119,113,173 | £119,113,173 | 14 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,976,577 | £9,532,927 | £7,344,572 | £113,203,858 | £113,203,858 | 13 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent
What does The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent do?
The maintenance and improvement of two road bridges and a services bridge (known as Rochester Bridge). Care of and access to archives and historical artefacts. The promotion of other charitable purposes through projects and the award of grants for education and research in engineering, agriculture & history; heritage structures; and charitable purposes connected to the River Medway.
How much income did The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent report in 2025?
The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent reported total income of £3.86m and reported expenditure of £6.64m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent?
The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent has a program ratio of 104.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 78% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 199 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent registered as a charity?
The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 May 1962 as charity number 207100. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent?
The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is RUSSELL GRAHAM COOPER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent operate?
The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent operates across 9 areas, including Bexley, Bromley, Cambridgeshire and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent a registered charity?
Yes — The Wardens And Assistants Of Rochester Bridge In The County Of Kent is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 207100.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Rochester Bridge Trust
- The Wardens and Assistants of the Rochester Bridge in the County of Kent
- The Wardens and Assistants of the Rochester Bridge Trust in the County of Kent
- Rochester Bridge Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
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