Adventure Sunderland LTD
Also known as: The Marine Activities Centre (sunderland), The Marine Activities Centre (sunderland) Limited, Adventure Sunderland, Sunderland Marina, The Mac
THE CHARITY'S PRIMARY AIM IS TO PROVIDE OUTDOOR EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE USING ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITIES TO CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT.
Activities & Mission
THE CHARITY'S PRIMARY AIM IS TO PROVIDE OUTDOOR EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE USING ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITIES TO CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT.
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 6% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 4% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £665,665 | £795,058 | £94,234 | £2,857,451 | £516,458 | 12 / 3 |
| 2024 | £749,428 | £779,436 | £104,547 | £3,036,844 | £675,730 | 12 / 3 |
| 2023 | £723,621 | £691,971 | £63,975 | £3,066,852 | £863,976 | 13 / 4 |
| 2022 | £674,072 | £615,740 | £48,836 | £3,035,202 | £465,208 | 13 / 3 |
| 2021 | £640,007 | £560,725 | £49,498 | £3,397,194 | £380,874 | 12 / 3 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Adventure Sunderland LTD
What does Adventure Sunderland LTD do?
THE CHARITY'S PRIMARY AIM IS TO PROVIDE OUTDOOR EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE USING ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITIES TO CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT.
How much income did Adventure Sunderland LTD report in 2025?
Adventure Sunderland LTD reported total income of £666k and reported expenditure of £795k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Adventure Sunderland LTD?
Adventure Sunderland LTD has a program ratio of 14.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 6% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Adventure Sunderland LTD registered as a charity?
Adventure Sunderland LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 February 1996 as charity number 1053017. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Adventure Sunderland LTD?
Adventure Sunderland LTD is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is MALCOLM GEORGE HOLMES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Adventure Sunderland LTD operate?
Adventure Sunderland LTD operates in Sunderland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Adventure Sunderland LTD a registered charity?
Yes — Adventure Sunderland LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1053017.
Details
Sunderland Marina
Brunel Drive
SUNDERLAND
SR6 0PW
Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Marine Activities Centre (sunderland)
- The Marine Activities Centre (sunderland) Limited
- Adventure Sunderland
- Sunderland Marina
- The Mac
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated