Overview:
About Hinckley Wharf
Hinckley Wharf CIC is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company dedicated to supporting local waterway groups and ensuring the Wharf is maintained for the benefit of the community.
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Operates with an asset-lock and reinvests all surplus into the Wharf and its community users.
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Provides facilities and support for angling, youth training, paddle sports and boating groups.
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Protects the Wharf’s environment, heritage and long-term community value.
Learn more below about who we are and why our CIC exists.
Who We Are
Hinckley Wharf CIC is a Community Interest Company established to support and promote community-focused activity on and around the waterways of Hinckley, Leicestershire. As a CIC, we exist solely for community benefit, not private profit. Our focus is to ensure the Wharf remains an accessible, safe, and thriving space for local residents, clubs, families and young people.
Every decision, project, and partnership we undertake must directly contribute to the well-being, enjoyment and long-term value of the Wharf as a shared local resource.
What It Means to Be a CIC
A Community Interest Company is a special type of not-for-profit organisation designed to operate for public good.
For Hinckley Wharf CIC, this means:
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We are legally required to use our assets and income for community benefit.
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An asset-lock ensures the Wharf and its resources cannot be sold or used for private gain.
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Any surplus funds are reinvested into the site, its facilities, environmental improvements or community activities.
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We operate with transparency, accountability and a clear social purpose.
This structure protects the Wharf’s future and ensures it always serves the needs of the community.
Our Mission
We exist to:
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Maintain a safe, accessible and well-managed Wharf.
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Support water-based recreation, sport and youth development.
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Celebrate the heritage of Hinckley’s waterways.
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Encourage environmental responsibility and stewardship.
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Provide a shared home for community organisations.
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Enhance local wellbeing through access to outdoor activity.
Get Involved
Hinckley Wharf belongs to the community it serves. We welcome ideas, partnerships and engagement from anyone who shares our vision.
For enquiries, suggestions or opportunities to get involved, please contact us:
info@hinckleywharf.org.uk