THAMES EXPLORER TRUST
We are an educational charity providing historical, geographical and environmental education about the Thames. We promote access, physical, intellectual and emotional to the Thames and it's environment.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity maintained a solid financial position with total funds increasing slightly to £155,770. The trustees report that reserves equivalent to three to six months of expenditure were maintained throughout the year. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention giving cause to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with applicable standards.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Prof. JAMES WISDOMchair
- DAVE BROWN
- JANET PEEK
- MARLENE JOHNSON
- MICHAEL WOODMORE
- VALERIE BOTT
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £265k | £259k |
| 31/03/2024 | £235k | £242k |
| 31/03/2023 | £230k | £188k |
| 31/03/2022 | £186k | £168k |
| 31/03/2021 | £189k | £134k |
Common questions
Is THAMES EXPLORER TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity maintained a solid financial position with total funds increasing slightly to £155,770. The trustees report that reserves equivalent to three to six months of expenditure were maintained throughout the year. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention giving cause to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with applicable standards. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THAMES EXPLORER TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THAMES EXPLORER TRUST as a grant recipient include KUSUMA TRUST UK.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| KUSUMA TRUST UK | FY2024 | £24k | Performance Improvements and School Subsidies |
| KUSUMA TRUST UK | FY2023 | £24k | Performance Improvements and School Subsidies |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 17/08/2020 | £40k | "COVID19 Thames Explorer Trust" |
| City Bridge Foundation | 25/04/2018 | £30k | Grant to Thames Explorer Trust |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 27/03/2003 | £40k | "The Victorian Thames" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 13/03/2002 | £49k | "Archaeology for All: Hidden Treasures of the Thames" |