Active Cheshire
Also known as: Active Cheshire Limited, Cheshire and Warrington Sports Partnership Trust Limited, Cheshire Sports Trust Limited, Sport Cheshire Limited, Sport Cheshire
As the lead body for sport and physical activity in the Cheshire sub-region, we perform a vital role in bringing together local people and national sports bodies. We use our unique local knowledge, influence and insight to ensure that national funding and resources reach the places where they will have the most impact on participation.
Activities & Mission
As the lead body for sport and physical activity in the Cheshire sub-region, we perform a vital role in bringing together local people and national sports bodies. We use our unique local knowledge, influence and insight to ensure that national funding and resources reach the places where they will have the most impact on participation.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 77% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 931). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 70% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £831,318 | £834,776 | £834,776 | £432,663 | £432,663 | 11 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,068,248 | £884,594 | £884,594 | £466,121 | £466,121 | 9 / 0 |
| 2023 | £775,311 | £767,553 | £767,553 | £314,467 | £314,467 | 9 / 0 |
| 2022 | £876,441 | £886,554 | £886,554 | £56,709 | £289,709 | 11 / 0 |
| 2021 | £645,893 | £753,138 | £753,138 | -£355,178 | £272,822 | 10 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Active Cheshire
What does Active Cheshire do?
As the lead body for sport and physical activity in the Cheshire sub-region, we perform a vital role in bringing together local people and national sports bodies. We use our unique local knowledge, influence and insight to ensure that national funding and resources reach the places where they will have the most impact on participation.
How much income did Active Cheshire report in 2025?
Active Cheshire reported total income of £831k and reported expenditure of £835k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Active Cheshire?
Active Cheshire has a program ratio of 100.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 77% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 931 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Active Cheshire registered as a charity?
Active Cheshire was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 July 1989 as charity number 701764. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs Active Cheshire?
Active Cheshire is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Active Cheshire operate?
Active Cheshire operates across 3 areas: Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester and Warrington.
Is Active Cheshire a registered charity?
Yes — Active Cheshire is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 701764.
Details
Wyvern House
The Drumber
Winsford
Cheshire
CW7 1AH
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Active Cheshire Limited
- Cheshire and Warrington Sports Partnership Trust Limited
- Cheshire Sports Trust Limited
- Sport Cheshire Limited
- Sport Cheshire
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated