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Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club

Also known as: Bristol Penguin Olympic Swimming Club

Based in Bristol our objective is to teach and coach our members, not just to swim but to become lifelong swimmers. We aim to provide a productive yet fun atmosphere where each swimmer can progress along their own individual swimming journey. We also aim to do our bit to help our young members develop as young people as well as swimmers, such as through our young volunteer programme.

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Activities & Mission

Based in Bristol our objective is to teach and coach our members, not just to swim but to become lifelong swimmers. We aim to provide a productive yet fun atmosphere where each swimmer can progress along their own individual swimming journey. We also aim to do our bit to help our young members develop as young people as well as swimmers, such as through our young volunteer programme.

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

Latest Income
£596,587
Latest Expenditure
£598,258

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 100.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.2%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £2,329
Charitable Activities £590,872
Other Trading £0
Investments £3,386
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £598,258
Raising Funds £0
Governance £1,200
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£596,587
£598,258£598,258£176,446£07 / 35
2024
£518,718
£509,952£509,952£178,117£178,1178 / 120
2023
£269,204
£255,5870 / 60

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club

What does Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club do?

Based in Bristol our objective is to teach and coach our members, not just to swim but to become lifelong swimmers. We aim to provide a productive yet fun atmosphere where each swimmer can progress along their own individual swimming journey. We also aim to do our bit to help our young members develop as young people as well as swimmers, such as through our young volunteer programme.

How much income did Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club report in 2025?

Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club reported total income of £597k and reported expenditure of £598k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club registered as a charity?

Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 2022 as charity number 1200463. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club?

Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club 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 Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club operate?

Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club operates in Bristol City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club a registered charity?

Yes — Bristol And South Gloucestershire Swimming Club is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1200463.

Details

Address
115 CHURCH ROAD
HANHAM
BRISTOL
BS15 3AL
Registration Date
22 September 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5204253
Charity Number
1200463

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Trustees

Matthew Timothy Chubb
Polly Mullen
Sarah Elizabeth Taylor
Susan Rees

Also Known As

  • Bristol Penguin Olympic Swimming Club

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