Trafford Sea Cadets

Also known as: Altrincham, Sale and District Unit of the Sea Cadet Corps, Altrincham, Sale and District Unit Sea Cadet Corps, Altrincham, Sale and Stretford Unit of the Sea Cadet Corps

To provide and maintain equipment and premises in accordance with the policies of the Sea Cadet Corps, the aim of which is: "To help young people towards responsible adulthood and to encourage them to reach their potential by developing valuable personal attributes and high standards of conduct, using a nautical theme based on the customs and traditions of the Royal Navy".

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Activities & Mission

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

Trafford

Financial Information

Latest Income

£53,924

Latest Expenditure

£44,918

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 83.3%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 83.3%

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 2020 — Stretford and Urmston Unit 325 of the Sea Cadet Corps (organisation 521330)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£53,924	£44,918	0 / 20
2024	£43,387	£46,614	0 / 25
2023	£71,885	£75,761	0 / 25
2022	£108,546	£108,215	0 / 25
2021	£53,551	£23,017	0 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Trafford Sea Cadets

What does Trafford Sea Cadets do?

How much income did Trafford Sea Cadets report in 2025?

Trafford Sea Cadets reported total income of £54k and reported expenditure of £45k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Trafford Sea Cadets registered as a charity?

Trafford Sea Cadets was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 March 1963 as charity number 520003. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs Trafford Sea Cadets?

Trafford Sea Cadets is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is MRS SUE SHUFFLEBOTHAM. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Trafford Sea Cadets operate?

Trafford Sea Cadets operates in Trafford, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Trafford Sea Cadets a registered charity?

Yes — Trafford Sea Cadets is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 520003.