Braintree Recreation CIO
The charity provides facilities for recreation and sports for use by the People of Braintree. This comprises sports fields, hard courts and Gym areas. The Charity currently hosts several local football teams, an armature boxing club and a martial arts club on a regular basis.
Activities & Mission
The charity provides facilities for recreation and sports for use by the People of Braintree. This comprises sports fields, hard courts and Gym areas. The Charity currently hosts several local football teams, an armature boxing club and a martial arts club on a regular 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.
Local Authority
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 | £94,410 | £134,197 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £143,352 | £14,995 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Braintree Recreation CIO
What does Braintree Recreation CIO do?
The charity provides facilities for recreation and sports for use by the People of Braintree. This comprises sports fields, hard courts and Gym areas. The Charity currently hosts several local football teams, an armature boxing club and a martial arts club on a regular basis.
How much income did Braintree Recreation CIO report in 2025?
Braintree Recreation CIO reported total income of £94k and reported expenditure of £134k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Braintree Recreation CIO registered as a charity?
Braintree Recreation CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 February 2021 as charity number 1193648. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs Braintree Recreation CIO?
Braintree Recreation CIO is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Smith Farquhar. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Braintree Recreation CIO operate?
Braintree Recreation CIO operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Braintree Recreation CIO a registered charity?
Yes — Braintree Recreation CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1193648.
Details
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- 30 July 2026
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