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Cyclists' Touring Club

Also known as: Ctc - the Uk's National Cyclists Organisation, Cycling UK

CyclingUK's vision is of a healthier, happier and cleaner world, because more people cycle. We want people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to be able to cycle safely, easily and enjoyably. We promote all forms of cycling, protect the interests of existing and would-be cyclists, and inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to discover the joys of cycling.

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Activities & Mission

CyclingUK's vision is of a healthier, happier and cleaner world, because more people cycle. We want people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to be able to cycle safely, easily and enjoyably. We promote all forms of cycling, protect the interests of existing and would-be cyclists, and inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to discover the joys of cycling.

Grants

Cyclists' Touring Club makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Grants paid (2025)
£2,282,060
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, amateur sport, the environment, conservation, or heritage and recreation

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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

Latest Income
£11,861,258
Latest Expenditure
£11,899,904

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 96.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 96.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 7.3%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £435,086
Charitable Activities £11,051,001
Other Trading £375,171
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £11,488,500
Raising Funds £411,404
Governance £462,689
Grants to Institutions £2,282,060
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
£11,861,258
£11,899,904£11,488,500£6,795,974£5,104,901128 / 180
2024
£13,086,770
£12,917,731£12,532,293£6,948,819£3,160,000138 / 10023
2023
£14,287,236
£13,197,647£12,878,114£6,728,567£2,688,696184 / 8281
2022
£9,925,747
£9,778,122£9,446,471£5,831,158£2,911,132122 / 6500
2021
£11,791,865
£12,435,015£11,930,721£5,670,317£3,460,712104 / 6633

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Cyclists' Touring Club

What does Cyclists' Touring Club do?

CyclingUK's vision is of a healthier, happier and cleaner world, because more people cycle. We want people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to be able to cycle safely, easily and enjoyably. We promote all forms of cycling, protect the interests of existing and would-be cyclists, and inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to discover the joys of cycling.

How much income did Cyclists' Touring Club report in 2025?

Cyclists' Touring Club reported total income of £11.86m and reported expenditure of £11.90m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Cyclists' Touring Club registered as a charity?

Cyclists' Touring Club was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 June 2012 as charity number 1147607. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs Cyclists' Touring Club?

Cyclists' Touring Club is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ashley Wheaton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Cyclists' Touring Club operate?

Cyclists' Touring Club operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Cyclists' Touring Club a registered charity?

Yes — Cyclists' Touring Club is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147607.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
7 June 2012
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5026584
Charity Number
1147607

Trustees

Ashley Wheaton Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Ben Still
Elizabeth Dobson
Fiona Abbott
Mark Smith
Melanie Carroll
Nadia Jayne Kerr
Paul Baker
Robin Clifford Tucker
Robin Oliver Martin Grant

Also Known As

  • Ctc - the Uk's National Cyclists Organisation
  • Cycling UK
  • Cycling UK

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
9 November 2026
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