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Wetwheels Foundation

Also known as: Disabled Powerboating Trust, Wet Wheels Foundation

We believe in equality of opportunity for all disabled people. We work hard to achieve this, by ensuring as many disabled people as possible are able to access the sea.By offering the opportunity to experience the sea - not just as a passenger, but as active participants - on board our specially built accessible powerboats, we build confidence and improve physical and mental wellbeing.

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Activities & Mission

We believe in equality of opportunity for all disabled people. We work hard to achieve this, by ensuring as many disabled people as possible are able to access the sea.By offering the opportunity to experience the sea - not just as a passenger, but as active participants - on board our specially built accessible powerboats, we build confidence and improve physical and mental wellbeing.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£262,091
Latest Expenditure
£292,976

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 111.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 111.8%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£262,091
£292,9760 / 0
2024
£417,712
£268,0310 / 0
2023
£358,263
£272,8990 / 0
2022
£362,667
£205,9400 / 2
2021
£260,348
£189,2760 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Wetwheels Foundation

What does Wetwheels Foundation do?

We believe in equality of opportunity for all disabled people. We work hard to achieve this, by ensuring as many disabled people as possible are able to access the sea.By offering the opportunity to experience the sea - not just as a passenger, but as active participants - on board our specially built accessible powerboats, we build confidence and improve physical and mental wellbeing.

How much income did Wetwheels Foundation report in 2025?

Wetwheels Foundation reported total income of £262k and reported expenditure of £293k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Wetwheels Foundation registered as a charity?

Wetwheels Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 August 2012 as charity number 1148600. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs Wetwheels Foundation?

Wetwheels Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is TREVOR PHILLIPS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Wetwheels Foundation operate?

Wetwheels Foundation operates across 5 areas, including Guernsey, Jersey, Northern Ireland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Wetwheels Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — Wetwheels Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148600.

Details

Address
Wetwheels Foundation/Solent
Unit 2a Boyd Offices
Gunwharf Quays
PORTSMOUTH
PO1 3AG
Registration Date
16 August 2012
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5030271
Charity Number
1148600

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Trustees

TREVOR PHILLIPS Chair
David Parkinson
Geoffrey Marden Holt MBE DL
Hayley Harris
Laura Kay Trapnell
Paul Strzelecki

Also Known As

  • Disabled Powerboating Trust
  • Wet Wheels Foundation

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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