Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited
Also known as: Bridport Leisure Centre
The provision and maintenance of recreational facilities for the benefit of the inhabitants of West Dorset and its neighbourhood without distinction of political, religious or other opinions with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants. (Memorandum of Association of Bridport & West Dorset Sports Trust Ltd)
Activities & Mission
The provision and maintenance of recreational facilities for the benefit of the inhabitants of West Dorset and its neighbourhood without distinction of political, religious or other opinions with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants. (Memorandum of Association of Bridport & West Dorset Sports Trust Ltd)
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 69% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 51% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 50% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £1,549,924 | £1,542,906 | £1,510,029 | £834,502 | £0 | 65 / 5 |
| 2024 | £1,429,463 | £1,456,045 | £1,425,063 | £827,484 | £0 | 59 / 5 |
| 2023 | £1,224,867 | £1,369,261 | £1,334,425 | £942,855 | £0 | 53 / 5 |
| 2022 | £1,032,130 | £1,091,016 | £1,059,905 | £1,087,249 | £0 | 44 / 0 |
| 2021 | £887,141 | £1,069,790 | £1,068,062 | £1,146,135 | £0 | 55 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited
What does Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited do?
The provision and maintenance of recreational facilities for the benefit of the inhabitants of West Dorset and its neighbourhood without distinction of political, religious or other opinions with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants. (Memorandum of Association of Bridport & West Dorset Sports Trust Ltd)
How much income did Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited report in 2025?
Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited reported total income of £1.55m and reported expenditure of £1.54m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited?
Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited has a program ratio of 97.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 69% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 August 1975 as charity number 267781. It has been registered for 51 years.
Who runs Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited?
Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Frederick Fowler. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited operate?
Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited operates across 3 areas: Devon, Dorset and Somerset.
Is Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Bridport And West Dorset Sports Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 267781.
Details
SKILLING HILL ROAD
BRIDPORT
DT6 5LN
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Bridport Leisure Centre
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated