Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group
Also known as: Blackpool Open Access Group, Oag
Providing access to the Duke of Edinburgh's Award at Bronze, Silver and Gold level for young people in Blackpool who cannot, for whatever reason, complete their DofE at school. Our support includes weekly meetings, one-to-one advice on completing sections, and a range of outdoor activities including canoeing, climbing and expeditions.
Activities & Mission
Providing access to the Duke of Edinburgh's Award at Bronze, Silver and Gold level for young people in Blackpool who cannot, for whatever reason, complete their DofE at school. Our support includes weekly meetings, one-to-one advice on completing sections, and a range of outdoor activities including canoeing, climbing and expeditions.
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
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
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 | £7,140 | £13,575 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £9,165 | £12,086 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £9,238 | £6,646 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £4,362 | £4,344 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £7,951 | £3,847 | 0 / 7 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group
What does Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group do?
Providing access to the Duke of Edinburgh's Award at Bronze, Silver and Gold level for young people in Blackpool who cannot, for whatever reason, complete their DofE at school. Our support includes weekly meetings, one-to-one advice on completing sections, and a range of outdoor activities including canoeing, climbing and expeditions.
How much income did Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group report in 2025?
Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group reported total income of £7k and reported expenditure of £14k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group registered as a charity?
Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 September 2017 as charity number 1174577. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group?
Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mike Haines. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group operate?
Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group operates in Blackpool, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group a registered charity?
Yes — Blackpool Duke Of Edinburgh's Award Open Access Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1174577.
Details
49 St Anne's Road
Blackpool
FY4 2AP
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Also Known As
- Blackpool Open Access Group
- Oag
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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