MELTON & OAKHAM WATERWAYS SOCIETY
1 To preserve the remains of the Melton Navigation and Oakham Canal 2 To re-establish a walkway from Syston to Melton (and possibly Oakham) along the line of the old waterway 3 To restore navigation to Melton Mowbray
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £3,425.22 for the financial year ending 2025-08-31. Total income was £25,561.63 against total expenses of £22,136.41. The document notes that the company is no longer entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.
What the accounts disclose
Funders the charity credits
- Severn Trent
- Heritage Fund
- Leicestershire Fire & Rescue
Trustees
- David Andow
- MICHAEL STEPHEN CLOWES
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £26k | £22k |
| 31/08/2024 | £26k | £7k |
| 31/08/2023 | £3k | £7k |
| 31/08/2022 | £7k | £5k |
| 31/08/2021 | £2k | £3k |
Common questions
Is MELTON & OAKHAM WATERWAYS SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £3,425.22 for the financial year ending 2025-08-31. Total income was £25,561.63 against total expenses of £22,136.41. The document notes that the company is no longer entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 05/12/2024 | £20k | "Raising community awareness of the Melton Navigation" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 18/03/2010 | £10k | River Eye Weed and Silt Management Equipment |