River Holme Connections
River Holme Connections (RHC) aims to open up access to the River Holme from its origins to its junction with the River Colne for the benefit of local people and visitors to the Holme Valley. It also undertakes practical tasks to improve the river environment and to educate people about the river's environmental importance.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income increased to £639,774 from £542,269 in the prior year, resulting in a net surplus of £57,761. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £189,531, with £87,386 in free general reserves, which the trustees consider sufficient to fund day-to-day operations. The filing confirms no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“One employee has employee benefits in excess of £60,000 (2024: Nil).” — page 23
“One employee has employee benefits in excess of £60,000 (2024: Nil).” — page 23
“£555,624 (87%) from government funding & environmental partnerships” — page 7
“a minimum level of unrestricted funds equal to or greater than three months operating expenses is appropriate” — page 7
“During the year, the charity paid AKB Environmental Limited £16,819 for project management services, on normal commercial terms (2024: £24,320). Adrian Barraclough, a trustee of the charity, is also the director of AKB Environmental Limited.” — page 24
“Aggregate donations from related parties were £27,386 (2024: £24,610).” — page 24
“During the year, the charity paid AKB Environmental Limited £16,819 for project management services, on normal commercial terms (2024: £24,320). Adrian Barraclough, a trustee of the charity, is also the director of AKB Environmental Limited.” — page 24
“Aggregate donations from related parties were £27,386 (2024: £24,610).” — page 24
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2025)
Trustees
- Peter Noblechair
- Adrian Barraclough
- Arthur Lovitt
- Chris Abell
- Chris Green
- John Jolly
- Lynva Russell
- Tom Benjamin Harman
- Trevor Doherty
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £640k | £582k |
| 31/12/2024 | £542k | £578k |
| 31/12/2023 | £331k | £333k |
| 31/12/2022 | £264k | £177k |
| 31/12/2021 | £237k | £216k |
Common questions
Is River Holme Connections financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total income increased to £639,774 from £542,269 in the prior year, resulting in a net surplus of £57,761. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £189,531, with £87,386 in free general reserves, which the trustees consider sufficient to fund day-to-day operations. The filing confirms no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of River Holme Connections earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £60,001 - £70,000 band, and 1 employees earned over £60,000.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 01/04/2024 | £75k | FCRMDIR039K |
| UK government | 01/04/2024 | £95k | LR1238159AdvPay3 |
| UK government | 01/04/2024 | £142k | LR1238159_Adv_Pay_5 |
| UK government | 01/04/2024 | £130k | LR1238159_C5 |
| UK government | 01/04/2024 | £75k | LR1238159_AP7 |
| Postcode Lottery | 01/05/2023 | £18k | Project Funding |
| UK government | 02/10/2020 | £26k | RTP0008-CF873 - Banks and branches |
| UK government | 02/10/2020 | £71k | RTP0008-CF982 - Banks and branches |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 31/01/2020 | £10k | River Runs Deep |