Hove and Adur Unit 187 of the Sea Cadet Corps
Analysis
Hove and Adur Unit 187 of the Sea Cadet Corps is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Hove. It was registered in August 1992, 34 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training, amateur sport and economic/community development/employment, which this site groups under amateur sport and recreation. It says it provides human resources, provides buildings/facilities/open space and provides services.
In the financial year ending March 2025, Hove and Adur Unit 187 of the Sea Cadet Corps reported income of £16k and spending of £18k, spending 112% of what it took in. Across the 5 years on record, from March 2021 to March 2025, income fell from £24k to £16k (-36%), an average of -10% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to March 2024, when income dropped by 43%. Over the whole period it spent 93% of the income it received.
Among 12,174 England and Wales charities whose main cause is amateur sport and recreation and that reported income, Hove and Adur Unit 187 of the Sea Cadet Corps sits at the 44th percentile: it is larger than about 44% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 39th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Llangennech and Bryn Sports Association (£16k), Northall Village Trust (£16k) and 3rd Sandhurst Scout Group (£16k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
The aim is to help young people towards responsible adulthood using a nautical theme based upon the customs of the Royal Navy. Through adventurous activities, Cadets become self-reliant, and through teamwork develop consideration and respect for others. The Corps encourages high personal standards and a sense of purpose, and provides a sound foundation for future careers.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Llangennech and Bryn Sports Association | Llanelli | £16k |
| Northall Village Trust | Bedfordshire | £16k |
| 3rd Sandhurst Scout Group | Sandhurst | £16k |
| Winchester Goalball Club CIO | Eastleigh | £16k |