HERNE BAY PIER TRUST
The preservation, renovation, reconstruction and enhancement of Herne Bay Pier as a building of special architectural and historic interest. The promotion and use of the pier for recreational purposes and a community and heritage building for the use and benefit of all inhabitants and visitors to Herne Bay.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted funds increased to £254,027, with unrestricted reserves held at £148,336 in cash and bank balances. The trustees acknowledge they cannot reasonably estimate the impact of unknown events on the charity's financial position but confirm no material uncertainties regarding going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trusts aim is to keep the Reserve Account at a minimum of £40k to enable the Trust to cope with any major incidents e.g. Fire, Gales, and Vandalism.” — page 4
“Our wholly owned trading better, Herne Bay Pier Enterprises Limited, has donated to the charity 100% of its profits for the extended period to 28th February 2025, which amounted to £19,611” — page 3
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- Linda Blakechair
- Alexis Marc Sheppard
- Andrew James Cook
- Clive Forsyth Austin
- Michael Paul Tucker
- Susan Pearl Halfpenny
- Susan Webb
- Ursula Lawrence
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 28/02/2025 | £161k | £149k |
| 31/10/2023 | £174k | £109k |
| 31/10/2022 | £201k | £133k |
| 31/10/2021 | £141k | £135k |
| 31/10/2020 | £172k | £177k |
Common questions
Is HERNE BAY PIER TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted funds increased to £254,027, with unrestricted reserves held at £148,336 in cash and bank balances. The trustees acknowledge they cannot reasonably estimate the impact of unknown events on the charity's financial position but confirm no material uncertainties regarding going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/04/2022 | £6k | ACE - Platinum Jubilee for Herne Bay |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 27/11/2014 | £50k | Support Herne Bay Pier |