Bath Area Play Project
Also known as: Bapp
Provide a range of high quality play support services which are relevant to those working with children in B&NESRecognise and promote the importance of self-directed play in realtion to child development and the rights of children and young peopleFacilitate user-led inclusive and specialist play opportunities for children and young people in their own communities andTo provide training
Activities & Mission
Provide a range of high quality play support services which are relevant to those working with children in B&NESRecognise and promote the importance of self-directed play in realtion to child development and the rights of children and young peopleFacilitate user-led inclusive and specialist play opportunities for children and young people in their own communities andTo provide training
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 37% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 79% 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 | £722,704 | £590,942 | £590,942 | £603,534 | £603,534 | 42 / 10 |
| 2024 | £662,850 | £659,837 | £659,837 | £471,773 | £471,773 | 43 / 10 |
| 2023 | £654,829 | £621,840 | £621,840 | £468,740 | £468,740 | 38 / 18 |
| 2022 | £708,865 | £621,935 | £617,615 | £435,751 | £435,751 | 40 / 10 |
| 2021 | £585,305 | £507,225 | £507,225 | £348,821 | £328,821 | 44 / 6 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bath Area Play Project
What does Bath Area Play Project do?
Provide a range of high quality play support services which are relevant to those working with children in B&NESRecognise and promote the importance of self-directed play in realtion to child development and the rights of children and young peopleFacilitate user-led inclusive and specialist play opportunities for children and young people in their own communities andTo provide training
How much income did Bath Area Play Project report in 2025?
Bath Area Play Project reported total income of £723k and reported expenditure of £591k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bath Area Play Project?
Bath Area Play Project has a program ratio of 81.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 37% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bath Area Play Project registered as a charity?
Bath Area Play Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 August 1992 as charity number 1013897. It has been registered for 34 years.
Who runs Bath Area Play Project?
Bath Area Play Project is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Tania Swift. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bath Area Play Project operate?
Bath Area Play Project operates in Bath And North East Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bath Area Play Project a registered charity?
Yes — Bath Area Play Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1013897.
Details
Odins Road
BATH
BA2 2TL
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Also Known As
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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