THE SEAHORSE TRUST
The Seahorse Trust is an advisory, educational and research charity that looks into and studies Seahorses and the environment worldwide
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity maintains reserves at the level required to fund its ongoing commitments, with no specific target amount disclosed. The independent examiner reported no matters requiring attention, and the trustees confirmed that measures were taken to mitigate major risks, indicating stable financial administration for the year ended 31st March 2026.
What the accounts disclose
“No employee received emoluments above £50,000” — page 15
“The figures for Adoption and Membership are encouraging, in 2025-2026 it was £14,327.55” — page 12
“It is the intention of the Charity only to maintain reserves at the level required to fund its ongoing commitments.” — page 13
Trustees
- Dr Barbara Gainswin
- Lydia Morrison
- Tim Haywood
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £57k | £43k |
| 31/03/2025 | £46k | £44k |
| 31/03/2024 | £39k | £39k |
| 31/03/2023 | £70k | £42k |
| 31/03/2022 | £56k | £34k |
Common questions
Is THE SEAHORSE TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity maintains reserves at the level required to fund its ongoing commitments, with no specific target amount disclosed. The independent examiner reported no matters requiring attention, and the trustees confirmed that measures were taken to mitigate major risks, indicating stable financial administration for the year ended 31st March 2026. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of THE SEAHORSE TRUST earn?
Per its FY2026 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £0 - £50,000 band.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 01/04/2009 | £41k | "Seahorse Tagging Project" |