Dancesyndrome
DS enables People With Learning Disabilities to be active and visible citizens and provides opportunities that increase health and well-being. DS's dance leaders' with learning disabilities deliver inclusive dance workshops in local communities in the North West. DS creates meaningful activities that increase the life chances of PWLD and stimulate community cohesion through inclusive approaches.
Activities & Mission
DS enables People With Learning Disabilities to be active and visible citizens and provides opportunities that increase health and well-being. DS's dance leaders' with learning disabilities deliver inclusive dance workshops in local communities in the North West. DS creates meaningful activities that increase the life chances of PWLD and stimulate community cohesion through inclusive approaches.
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — Young Lancashire (organisation 518147)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £419,353 | £415,999 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2024 | £366,137 | £370,890 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2023 | £312,948 | £250,014 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £150,719 | £206,224 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £190,052 | £123,916 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Dancesyndrome
What does Dancesyndrome do?
DS enables People With Learning Disabilities to be active and visible citizens and provides opportunities that increase health and well-being. DS's dance leaders' with learning disabilities deliver inclusive dance workshops in local communities in the North West. DS creates meaningful activities that increase the life chances of PWLD and stimulate community cohesion through inclusive approaches.
How much income did Dancesyndrome report in 2025?
Dancesyndrome reported total income of £419k and reported expenditure of £416k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dancesyndrome registered as a charity?
Dancesyndrome was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 July 2013 as charity number 1152664. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Dancesyndrome?
Dancesyndrome is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Malcolm Blackwell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dancesyndrome operate?
Dancesyndrome operates across 8 areas, including Blackburn With Darwen, Bolton, Lancashire and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Dancesyndrome a registered charity?
Yes — Dancesyndrome is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152664.
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St. James Square
ACCRINGTON
Lancashire
BB5 0RE
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