HELFORD RIVER GIG CLUB
HRGC is an amateur Cornish pilot gig rowing club allowing members to take part in rowing and social events throughout the year. Members row on the Helford river near Falmouth and also take part in various events organised by other gig clubs throughout the season including the World championships on Scilly. HRGC owns 2 GRP training gigs which are kept at Helford Passage and 3 wooden racing gigs.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds decreased by £17,342 during the year, resulting in total unrestricted cash reserves of £21,478 at year-end. The charity holds £5,000 in restricted funds, bringing total funds to £26,478. The trustees report that the club remains compliant with its Constitution and is working to maintain financial sound footing through ongoing fundraising and grant applications.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees of HPCP have donated £2,900 to Helford River Gig Club in the last year.” — page 5
“We pay a fee to Helford River Boats for this, which includes the storage and launching of our regatta dinghy.”
“The Trustees of HPCP have donated £2,900 to Helford River Gig Club in the last year.” — page 5
“We pay a fee to Helford River Boats for this, which includes the storage and launching of our regatta dinghy.”
“The Trustees of HPCP have donated £2,900 to Helford River Gig Club in the last year.” — page 5
“We pay a fee to Helford River Boats for this, which includes the storage and launching of our regatta dinghy.”
Funders the charity credits
- Foundation for Sport and The Arts
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- PHILIP JOHN BADGERchair
- Anna Marie McLaren
- John Peter Duckworth
- Stephen Charles Bagshaw
- Stephen Paul Edwin Solomon
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £37k | £49k |
| 30/09/2024 | £30k | £38k |
| 30/09/2023 | £28k | £20k |
| 30/09/2022 | £15k | £29k |
| 30/09/2021 | £38k | £33k |
Common questions
Is HELFORD RIVER GIG CLUB financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds decreased by £17,342 during the year, resulting in total unrestricted cash reserves of £21,478 at year-end. The charity holds £5,000 in restricted funds, bringing total funds to £26,478. The trustees report that the club remains compliant with its Constitution and is working to maintain financial sound footing through ongoing fundraising and grant applications. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.