British Dressage
To advance education and participation in the sport of dressage in Great Britain for the public benefit. To promote the sport, to increase participation by persons (both able bodied and with any form of disability) in healthy recreation in dressage. To provide advice and guidance to dressage participants. To develop fair competition between participants and improve the standards of riding.
Activities & Mission
To advance education and participation in the sport of dressage in Great Britain for the public benefit. To promote the sport, to increase participation by persons (both able bodied and with any form of disability) in healthy recreation in dressage. To provide advice and guidance to dressage participants. To develop fair competition between participants and improve the standards of riding.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 52% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 38% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 34% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £5,578,996 | £5,522,611 | £5,170,402 | £2,689,353 | £2,675,665 | 41 / 2900 |
| 2023 | £5,161,306 | £5,302,462 | £5,103,824 | £2,584,672 | £1,693,332 | 38 / 2950 |
| 2022 | £4,827,132 | £4,595,678 | £4,425,655 | £2,682,073 | £1,855,572 | 38 / 2950 |
| 2021 | £4,162,214 | £3,975,122 | £3,821,837 | £2,497,438 | £1,799,068 | 36 / 2975 |
| 2020 | £3,419,732 | £3,334,566 | £3,170,479 | £2,308,732 | £1,966,055 | 39 / 150 |
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Frequently asked questions about British Dressage
What does British Dressage do?
To advance education and participation in the sport of dressage in Great Britain for the public benefit. To promote the sport, to increase participation by persons (both able bodied and with any form of disability) in healthy recreation in dressage. To provide advice and guidance to dressage participants. To develop fair competition between participants and improve the standards of riding.
How much income did British Dressage report in 2024?
British Dressage reported total income of £5.58m and reported expenditure of £5.52m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is British Dressage?
British Dressage has a program ratio of 92.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was British Dressage registered as a charity?
British Dressage was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 January 2014 as charity number 1155352. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs British Dressage?
British Dressage is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jill Day. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does British Dressage operate?
British Dressage operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is British Dressage a registered charity?
Yes — British Dressage is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155352.
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