Dolphins Recreation Centre

Running the Hall and Recreation Ground

Activities & Mission

Running the Hall and Recreation Ground

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

Gloucestershire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£108,245

Latest Expenditure

£95,243

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 88.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 88.0%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

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 2018 — Tetbury Memorial Recreation Ground and Dolphins Hall Trust (organisation 301633)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£108,245	£95,243	0 / 1
2024	£59,507	£197,736	0 / 10
2023	£340,381	£297,701	0 / 10
2022	£320,925	£296,913	0 / 12
2021	£53,070	£107,575	0 / 4

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Dolphins Recreation Centre

What does Dolphins Recreation Centre do?

Running the Hall and Recreation Ground

How much income did Dolphins Recreation Centre report in 2025?

Dolphins Recreation Centre reported total income of £108k and reported expenditure of £95k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Dolphins Recreation Centre registered as a charity?

Dolphins Recreation Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 February 1978 as charity number 274956. It has been registered for 48 years.

Who runs Dolphins Recreation Centre?

Dolphins Recreation Centre is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Dolphins Recreation Centre operate?

Dolphins Recreation Centre operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Dolphins Recreation Centre a registered charity?

Yes — Dolphins Recreation Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 274956.