West Mercia Search & Rescue

Also known as: West Midlands Search and Rescue, Central Rescue, West Mids Rescue

Provision of a team of trained volunteers qualified in Land and Water Search and Rescue working in partnership with the Emergency Services, Statutory Agencies, and other voluntary organisations.

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Activities & Mission

Provision of a team of trained volunteers qualified in Land and Water Search and Rescue working in partnership with the Emergency Services, Statutory Agencies, and other voluntary organisations.

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.

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£112,283

Latest Expenditure

£119,106

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 106.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 106.1%

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.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£112,283	£119,106	0 / 85
2024	£49,541	£67,481	0 / 70
2023	£87,309	£83,275	0 / 81
2022	£68,164	£67,135	0 / 65
2021	£85,467	£82,661	0 / 65

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about West Mercia Search & Rescue

What does West Mercia Search & Rescue do?

Provision of a team of trained volunteers qualified in Land and Water Search and Rescue working in partnership with the Emergency Services, Statutory Agencies, and other voluntary organisations.

How much income did West Mercia Search & Rescue report in 2025?

West Mercia Search & Rescue reported total income of £112k and reported expenditure of £119k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was West Mercia Search & Rescue registered as a charity?

West Mercia Search & Rescue was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 February 2008 as charity number 1122651. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs West Mercia Search & Rescue?

West Mercia Search & Rescue is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Marcel LeCocq. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does West Mercia Search & Rescue operate?

West Mercia Search & Rescue operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is West Mercia Search & Rescue a registered charity?

Yes — West Mercia Search & Rescue is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1122651.