Earls Colne Recreation Ground
Also known as: Earls Colne Recreation Club
The charity provides sporting and recreational facilities to the local community. These facilities consist of two football grounds, cricket ground, four tennis courts, MUGA - multi use games area with flood lights, two squash courts and a two badminton court size sports hall. The complex also has a lounge bar and fitness suite.
Activities & Mission
The charity provides sporting and recreational facilities to the local community. These facilities consist of two football grounds, cricket ground, four tennis courts, MUGA - multi use games area with flood lights, two squash courts and a two badminton court size sports hall. The complex also has a lounge bar and fitness suite.
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 | £273,658 | £327,245 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £300,947 | £257,652 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £209,058 | £214,310 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £255,503 | £166,068 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £215,299 | £116,245 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Earls Colne Recreation Ground
What does Earls Colne Recreation Ground do?
The charity provides sporting and recreational facilities to the local community. These facilities consist of two football grounds, cricket ground, four tennis courts, MUGA - multi use games area with flood lights, two squash courts and a two badminton court size sports hall. The complex also has a lounge bar and fitness suite.
How much income did Earls Colne Recreation Ground report in 2025?
Earls Colne Recreation Ground reported total income of £274k and reported expenditure of £327k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Earls Colne Recreation Ground registered as a charity?
Earls Colne Recreation Ground was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 September 1977 as charity number 274292. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs Earls Colne Recreation Ground?
Earls Colne Recreation Ground is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Earls Colne Recreation Ground operate?
Earls Colne Recreation Ground operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Earls Colne Recreation Ground a registered charity?
Yes — Earls Colne Recreation Ground is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 274292.
Details
HALSTEAD ROAD
EARLS COLNE
COLCHESTER
CO6 2NG
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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