Barn Elms Sports Trust
Barn Elms Sports Trust (BEST) is a charitable trust dedicated to preserving Barn Elms Playing Fields, an open space in Barnes SW13 9SA in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames [LBRUT]. During the course of 2012 LBRUT decided to allow communities to manage their local sites. BEST was awarded a licence to manage Barn Elms from the beginning of September 2012 on a not for profit basis.
Activities & Mission
Barn Elms Sports Trust (BEST) is a charitable trust dedicated to preserving Barn Elms Playing Fields, an open space in Barnes SW13 9SA in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames [LBRUT]. During the course of 2012 LBRUT decided to allow communities to manage their local sites. BEST was awarded a licence to manage Barn Elms from the beginning of September 2012 on a not for profit basis.
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.
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Financial Information
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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 | £383,574 | £316,687 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £422,741 | £300,755 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £384,759 | £256,528 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £381,757 | £232,781 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £274,764 | £200,780 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Barn Elms Sports Trust
What does Barn Elms Sports Trust do?
Barn Elms Sports Trust (BEST) is a charitable trust dedicated to preserving Barn Elms Playing Fields, an open space in Barnes SW13 9SA in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames [LBRUT]. During the course of 2012 LBRUT decided to allow communities to manage their local sites. BEST was awarded a licence to manage Barn Elms from the beginning of September 2012 on a not for profit basis.
How much income did Barn Elms Sports Trust report in 2025?
Barn Elms Sports Trust reported total income of £384k and reported expenditure of £317k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Barn Elms Sports Trust registered as a charity?
Barn Elms Sports Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 April 2010 as charity number 1135370. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Barn Elms Sports Trust?
Barn Elms Sports Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Barn Elms Sports Trust operate?
Barn Elms Sports Trust operates in Richmond Upon Thames, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Barn Elms Sports Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Barn Elms Sports Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1135370.
Details
Barn Elms Playing Fields
Queen Elizabeth Walk
Barnes
SW13 9SA
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