Club Forge
Also known as: Heart of Birmingham Community Sports and Physical Activity Network, United Community Activity Network, Hob Cspan
1) The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation for the benefit of the public in the West Midland region (the area of benefit) by the provision of facilities or services for participating in sports and physical activities that are capable of promoting health2) To promote the voluntary sector by the provision of training, advice, information and support
Activities & Mission
1) The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation for the benefit of the public in the West Midland region (the area of benefit) by the provision of facilities or services for participating in sports and physical activities that are capable of promoting health2) To promote the voluntary sector by the provision of training, advice, information and support
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £0 | £15,791 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £25,000 | £1,389 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £13,500 | £20,197 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £27,336 | £26,774 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2021 | £67,829 | £57,469 | 0 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Club Forge
What does Club Forge do?
1) The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation for the benefit of the public in the West Midland region (the area of benefit) by the provision of facilities or services for participating in sports and physical activities that are capable of promoting health2) To promote the voluntary sector by the provision of training, advice, information and support
When was Club Forge registered as a charity?
Club Forge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 January 2019 as charity number 1181525. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Club Forge?
Club Forge is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Neil Vernon De-Costa. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Club Forge operate?
Club Forge operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Club Forge a registered charity?
Yes — Club Forge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1181525.
Details
22 Old Walsall Rd
Birmingham
B42 1DT
Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Heart of Birmingham Community Sports and Physical Activity Network
- United Community Activity Network
- Hob Cspan
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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