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Facilities Charities That specialise in Open spaces

Discover 499 Facilities charities that specialise in open spaces. Use the search below to filter within these results.

499
Charities
£1,151,729,445
Total Income
£108,746
Avg Income
77.0%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

Alexandra Park And Palace

Facilities, Leisure

The principal activity of Alexandra Park and Palace Charitable Trust is the maintenance as an open space and provision of the Park and Palace for the free use and recreation of the public forever as defined in the 1985 Act.

Latest Income: £31,776,000
Areas of Operation: London
Status: Registered
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Epping Forest

Facilities, Leisure

The purpose of the Charity is the preservation of Epping Forest in perpetuity by the City of London Corporation as the Conservators of Epping Forest, as an Open Space for the recreation and enjoyment of the public.

Latest Income: £12,374,168
Areas of Operation: Essex
Status: Registered
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Highgate Wood And Queens Park Kilburn

Facilities, Leisure

The purpose of the charity is the preservation in perpetuity by the City of London Corporation of the open spaces know as Highgate Wood, Highgate and Queens Park Kilburn for the use by the public for exercise and recreation.

Latest Income: £2,850,184
Areas of Operation: Brent
Status: Registered
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Wimbledon And Putney Commons Conservators

Environment, Facilities, Leisure

The land under the jurisdiction of the Conservators is administered by the Conservators with a view to its preservation as an open space for the purposes of exercise and recreation. This is the principal object set out in the Wimbledon and Putney Commons Act 1871. It includes the management of the land and its flora and fauna.

Latest Income: £2,657,320
Areas of Operation: Kingston Upon Thames
Status: Registered
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Burnham Beeches And Stoke Common

Facilities, Leisure

The Burnham Beeches Charity was established under the Corporation of London (Open Spaces) Act 1878, which states that the purpose of the charity is the preservation of the Open Space known as Burnham Beeches, ''the beeches'', for the recreation and enjoyment of the public.

Latest Income: £2,141,809
Areas of Operation: Buckinghamshire
Status: Registered
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West Wickham Common And Spring Park Wood

Facilities, Leisure

The objectives of the two charities are the preservation of the Open Spaces known collectively as West Wickham Common and Spring Park Wood, and Coulsdon and Other Commons for the recreation and enjoyment of the public.

Latest Income: £2,003,851
Areas of Operation: Bromley
Status: Registered
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St Luke's Parochial Trust

Economic and community development, Facilities

MULTI-PURPOSE NEIGHBOURHOOD CHARITY WITH A LARGE COMMUNITY CENTRE SERVING PEOPLE IN AND AROUND THE WARD OF BUNHILL IN THE SOUTH OF ISLINGTON. THE TRUST PROVIDES A WIDE RANGE OF COMMUNITY ANCHOR SERVICES, INCLUDING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL CARE FOR THE EDLERLY, AND PROVIDES PUBLIC SPACE FOR USE BY OTHER LOCAL ORGANISATIONS.

Latest Income: £1,747,138
Areas of Operation: Islington
Status: Registered
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Malvern Hills Conservators

Environment, Facilities, Leisure, Research

MHT shall manage the hills toPreserve the natural aspect of the hillsProtect and manage trees, shrubs, turf and other vegetationPrevent unlawful digging and quarryingKeep the hills open, unenclosed and unbuilt on as open spaces for the recreation and enjoyment of the publicConserve and enhance biodiversity, Sites of Special Scientific Interest and Scheduled Ancient Monuments on its land.

Latest Income: £1,636,872
Areas of Operation: Gloucestershire
Status: Registered
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Motionhouse

Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, Facilities

Education of the public by productions and encouragement of the arts. During the year we have delivered touring dance performances within theatres and within public spaces, performances at street festivals, workshops with schools, professional development, adult community classes, holiday projects for children, rental of dance studio to local community group

Latest Income: £1,231,767
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites

Facilities, Health, Religion

The Charity has a responsibility for a church and an open space for the public. Our mission is to provide a service of spiritual support and pastoral counselling to all people in need. This is carried out through maintaining an open church and sacred safe space for prayer and quiet reflection, the celebration of daily mass and other liturgies, and availability to speak with anyone who has need.

Latest Income: £944,681
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Merchant Venturers Charity

Facilities, Social welfare

THE AIM OF THE CHARITY IS TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL, PARTICULARLY THE YOUNG, AGED AND DISADVANTAGED; TO PROMOTE LEARNING AND THE ACQUISITION OF SKILLS BY SUPPORTING EDUCATION; TO ACTIVELY SUPPORT COMMUNITY ACTIVITY AND TO HELP PRESERVE THE OPEN SPACES AND HERITAGE FOR WHICH THE MERCHANT VENTURERS ARE RESPONSIBLE.

Latest Income: £419,702
Areas of Operation: Bristol City
Status: Registered
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The Undercliffe Cemetery Charity

Facilities

For the public benefit to operate maintain and preserve and promote Undercliffe Cemetery for all or any of the following purposes:-1 The burial of the dead, including provision for ashes, 2. the provision of a community open space 3. The advancement of education 4 Preservation protection & development of features of historic or educational interest including preservation of war graves & memorials.

Latest Income: £129,135
Areas of Operation: Bradford City
Status: Registered
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New Green Community Trust

Arts, Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure

For the benefit of the inhabitants of Thurston without distinction of age, sex or political, religious or other opinions by the provision of facilities for recreation and leisure-time activities. In particular the provision of an open space and a community centre. Provision of entertainment with music and dance.

Latest Income: £111,531
Areas of Operation: Suffolk
Status: Registered
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Bible Text Publicity Mission

Charitable activities, Facilities

THE TRUST DISPLAYS VERSES FROM THE BIBLE IN PUBLIC SPACES, FOR EXAMPLE ACROSS THE RAILWAY NETWORK, LONDON UNDERGROUND, ON BUSES, IN PEDESTRIAN AREAS. THE TRUST MAINTAINS A WEB SITE FOR PROMOTIONAL AND INFORMATION PURPOSES. THERE IS ALSO A HELP LINE MANNED BY AN EXPERIENCED TRUSTEE.

Latest Income: £105,679
Areas of Operation: Scotland
Status: Registered
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Nunthorpe And Marton Playing Fields Association

Associations, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfare

We provide and maintain community sports and recreation facilities for people of all ages in Nunthorpe, Marton and Ormesby. Through football, cricket, racket sports, running, quoits, volunteering and community activities, we promote health, wellbeing, social inclusion and active lifestyles while preserving open space for public benefit

Latest Income: £95,650
Areas of Operation: Middlesbrough
Status: Registered
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John Feeney Charitable Trust

Charitable activities, Facilities, Leisure

In or near the City of Birmingham - the promotion and cultivation of the arts, heritage and open spaces by giving grants to public charities and to Feeney Fellows

Latest Income: £90,051
Areas of Operation: Birmingham City
Status: Registered
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Braintree And Bocking Public Gardens

Facilities

To maintain Braintree & Bocking Public Gardens as a beautiful and tranquil public space for the enjoyment nature in a safe and welcoming environment for all.

Latest Income: £89,735
Areas of Operation: Essex
Status: Registered
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Pewterspear Green Trust Limited

Facilities, Leisure

Provide and maintain some 45 acres of land within the area known as Pewterspear Green as an open space, parkland, and sports recreation ground in the interests of social welfare and leisure time occupation of the public

Latest Income: £87,263
Areas of Operation: Warrington
Status: Registered
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The Samuel Gardner Memorial Trust

Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities

Music and Arts, with an emphasis on the advancement of music and music education generally with an emphasis on the encouragement of young people; support for the arts and heritage; the preservation of trees, gardens etc to provide open spaces, public walks etc

Latest Income: £76,098
Areas of Operation: Scotland
Status: Registered
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Selby Community Trust

Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure

The object of the Charity is, in the interests of social welfare, to improve the conditions of life for the inhabitants of the area of benefit without distinction of political, religious or other opinions by the provision and maintenance of a community centre, a recreation ground and an open space .

Latest Income: £66,625
Areas of Operation: North Yorkshire
Status: Registered
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Greatham Village Hall And Playing Field

Childcare, Facilities, Leisure

We provide facilities and open spaces for public use and hire. We are situated in the South Downs National Park.The amenities comprise a fully refurbished Village Hall, a playground operated by the Parish Council, kick about soccer pitch, basketball practice area and a 7 acre field for walking and recreation.

Latest Income: £58,042
Areas of Operation: Hampshire
Status: Registered
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Creation Science Movement

Arts, Education, Facilities, Research

The Creation Science Movement exists to promote the biblical doctrine of Creation and to discuss the ethical and scientific implications of the scriptural account of Creation. We do this via mailings of a journal, pamphlets and books; through lectures and debates in public spaces, colleges and the like. The online space is international and our online presence is increasing.

Latest Income: £53,140
Areas of Operation: England
Status: Registered
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The Swinfen Broun Charitable Trust

Facilities, Leisure

The Trust applies the charity funds to help organisations and individuals within the boundaries of the City of Lichfield who qualify for help under the terms of the Trust Deed. For example it assists with the provision or maintenance of public halls, meeting places, playing fields, sports facilities, public gardens and public open spaces.

Latest Income: £39,751
Areas of Operation: Staffordshire
Status: Registered
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Bromyard Recreation Ground

Facilities, Leisure

Maintenance and improvement of Bromyard Recreation Ground, the town's only free public park. Provides free play equipment, skatepark, football goals, inclusive and sensory equipment, seating and open space for recreation, sport, fitness and wellbeing for all ages and abilities.

Latest Income: £38,590
Areas of Operation: Herefordshire
Status: Registered
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The Kensington Society

Economic and community development, Facilities, Heritage

To preserve and improve the amenities of Kensington for the public benefit by stimulating interest in its history and records, promoting good architecture and planning in its future development and by protecting, preserving and improving its buildings, open spaces and other features of beauty or historic or public interest.

Latest Income: £30,136
Areas of Operation: Kensington And Chelsea
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many open-spaces facilities charities are there in the UK?

There are 499 registered open-spaces facilities charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

Which is the largest of the open-spaces facilities charities by income?

Royal Opera House Covent Garden Foundation is the largest by latest reported annual income (£182.1m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.

What is the combined annual income of open-spaces facilities charities?

Open-spaces facilities charities reported a combined annual income of £1.2bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.

What is a typical program ratio for open-spaces facilities charities?

Across all open-spaces facilities charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 77.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.

What is the average annual income of open-spaces facilities charities?

Open-spaces facilities charities have an average annual income of £109k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.