Cheltenham Lido Limited
Also known as: Sandford Lido Limited, Sandford Parks Lido
Sandford Lido Limited is incorporated to provide Sandford Lido in the interest of social welfare with the object of improving the conditions of life for the residents and visitors of Gloucestershire and the surrounding areas. Its activities during the period have related to the operation of Sandford Lido to enable people to enjoy Cheltenham's outdoor heated swimming pool.
Activities & Mission
Sandford Lido Limited is incorporated to provide Sandford Lido in the interest of social welfare with the object of improving the conditions of life for the residents and visitors of Gloucestershire and the surrounding areas. Its activities during the period have related to the operation of Sandford Lido to enable people to enjoy Cheltenham's outdoor heated swimming pool.
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
Higher than 22% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 283). How is this calculated?
Higher than 57% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 53% of UK Facilities 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 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,506,996 | £1,048,353 | £1,025,071 | £2,200,898 | £1,505,360 | 53 / 20 |
| 2023 | £1,513,577 | £1,066,940 | £1,026,663 | £1,742,255 | £1,295,618 | 56 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,282,076 | £904,388 | £859,879 | £1,295,618 | £1,295,618 | 50 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,271,607 | £655,429 | £598,220 | £917,930 | £917,930 | 54 / 0 |
| 2020 | £574,470 | £861,433 | £777,121 | £301,752 | £301,752 | 58 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cheltenham Lido Limited
What does Cheltenham Lido Limited do?
Sandford Lido Limited is incorporated to provide Sandford Lido in the interest of social welfare with the object of improving the conditions of life for the residents and visitors of Gloucestershire and the surrounding areas. Its activities during the period have related to the operation of Sandford Lido to enable people to enjoy Cheltenham's outdoor heated swimming pool.
How much income did Cheltenham Lido Limited report in 2024?
Cheltenham Lido Limited reported total income of £1.51m and reported expenditure of £1.05m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cheltenham Lido Limited?
Cheltenham Lido Limited has a program ratio of 68.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 283 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cheltenham Lido Limited registered as a charity?
Cheltenham Lido Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 January 1996 as charity number 1052203. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Cheltenham Lido Limited?
Cheltenham Lido Limited is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Richard Jones. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cheltenham Lido Limited operate?
Cheltenham Lido Limited operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Cheltenham Lido Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Cheltenham Lido Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1052203.
Details
Keynsham Road
Cheltenham
GL53 7PU
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Also Known As
- Sandford Lido Limited
- Sandford Parks Lido
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated