Bentham Playing Fields Association
Support and maintain a recreation ground for the benefit of the inhabitants of the parishes of High and Low Bentham in the County of North Yorkshire.
Activities & Mission
Support and maintain a recreation ground for the benefit of the inhabitants of the parishes of High and Low Bentham in the County of North Yorkshire.
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
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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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £55,897 | £61,967 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £20,189 | £35,553 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £16,611 | £47,244 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £14,932 | £34,675 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £33,862 | £34,506 | 0 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about Bentham Playing Fields Association
What does Bentham Playing Fields Association do?
Support and maintain a recreation ground for the benefit of the inhabitants of the parishes of High and Low Bentham in the County of North Yorkshire.
How much income did Bentham Playing Fields Association report in 2025?
Bentham Playing Fields Association reported total income of £56k and reported expenditure of £62k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bentham Playing Fields Association registered as a charity?
Bentham Playing Fields Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 September 1964 as charity number 523491. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Bentham Playing Fields Association?
Bentham Playing Fields Association 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 Bentham Playing Fields Association operate?
Bentham Playing Fields Association operates in North Yorkshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bentham Playing Fields Association a registered charity?
Yes — Bentham Playing Fields Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 523491.
Details
Bentham
Nr Lancaster
LA2 7JD
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