RYDE INSHORE RESCUE
Provides emergancy service in the form of Inshore Lifeboat in the south East Solent waters between Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and provides support, guidance and advice on keeping these waters safe.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net loss of £2,712.52 for the year ended 30th September 2025, compared to a net profit of £265.66 in the previous year. Per the trustees' report, the general fund is represented by HSBC current and savings accounts, with total unrestricted reserves of £58,780.77 (sum of £2,301.25, £885.94, and £56,493.58). The independent examiner confirmed the accounts represent a true and fair position of the finances.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- ALAN MERKEL
- Adrian Farrell
- Gilian Osborne
- Martin Osborne
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £45k | £36k |
| 30/09/2024 | £60k | £92k |
| 30/09/2023 | £45k | £76k |
| 30/09/2022 | £64k | £28k |
| 30/09/2021 | £74k | £89k |
Common questions
Is RYDE INSHORE RESCUE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net loss of £2,712.52 for the year ended 30th September 2025, compared to a net profit of £265.66 in the previous year. Per the trustees' report, the general fund is represented by HSBC current and savings accounts, with total unrestricted reserves of £58,780.77 (sum of £2,301.25, £885.94, and £56,493.58). The independent examiner confirmed the accounts represent a true and fair position of the finances. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | — | £63k | Inshore & Inland Rescue Boat Grant Fund |