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.
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Alexandra Park And Palace
Facilities, LeisureThe 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.
Epping Forest
Facilities, LeisureThe 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.
Highgate Wood And Queens Park Kilburn
Facilities, LeisureThe 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.
Wimbledon And Putney Commons Conservators
Environment, Facilities, LeisureThe 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.
Burnham Beeches And Stoke Common
Facilities, LeisureThe 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.
West Wickham Common And Spring Park Wood
Facilities, LeisureThe 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.
St Luke's Parochial Trust
Economic and community development, FacilitiesMULTI-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.
Malvern Hills Conservators
Environment, Facilities, Leisure, ResearchMHT 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.
Motionhouse
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, FacilitiesEducation 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
Community Of The Order Of Discalced Carmelites
Facilities, Health, ReligionThe 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.
The Merchant Venturers Charity
Facilities, Social welfareTHE 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.
The Undercliffe Cemetery Charity
FacilitiesFor 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.
New Green Community Trust
Arts, Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureFor 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.
Bible Text Publicity Mission
Charitable activities, FacilitiesTHE 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.
Nunthorpe And Marton Playing Fields Association
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareWe 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
John Feeney Charitable Trust
Charitable activities, Facilities, LeisureIn 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
Braintree And Bocking Public Gardens
FacilitiesTo maintain Braintree & Bocking Public Gardens as a beautiful and tranquil public space for the enjoyment nature in a safe and welcoming environment for all.
Pewterspear Green Trust Limited
Facilities, LeisureProvide 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
The Samuel Gardner Memorial Trust
Arts, Beneficiary group, FacilitiesMusic 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
Selby Community Trust
Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureThe 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 .
Greatham Village Hall And Playing Field
Childcare, Facilities, LeisureWe 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.
Creation Science Movement
Arts, Education, Facilities, ResearchThe 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.
The Swinfen Broun Charitable Trust
Facilities, LeisureThe 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.
Bromyard Recreation Ground
Facilities, LeisureMaintenance 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.
The Kensington Society
Economic and community development, Facilities, HeritageTo 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.
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.