Fernheath Play
Also known as: Fernheath
Fernheath Play is a play centre and playground, providing a range of indoor and outdoor play facilities including a sensory room and garden for children with additional needs. It offers after school childcare and an activity club during term time and inclusive holiday playschemes catering for children with disabilities alongside their non-disabled peers. Holiday childcare is also available.
Activities & Mission
Fernheath Play is a play centre and playground, providing a range of indoor and outdoor play facilities including a sensory room and garden for children with additional needs. It offers after school childcare and an activity club during term time and inclusive holiday playschemes catering for children with disabilities alongside their non-disabled peers. Holiday childcare is also available.
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 | £26,168 | £39,632 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £39,677 | £85,287 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £96,068 | £98,865 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £96,068 | £98,865 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £80,226 | £80,979 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Fernheath Play
What does Fernheath Play do?
Fernheath Play is a play centre and playground, providing a range of indoor and outdoor play facilities including a sensory room and garden for children with additional needs. It offers after school childcare and an activity club during term time and inclusive holiday playschemes catering for children with disabilities alongside their non-disabled peers. Holiday childcare is also available.
How much income did Fernheath Play report in 2025?
Fernheath Play reported total income of £26k and reported expenditure of £40k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Fernheath Play registered as a charity?
Fernheath Play was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 July 2012 as charity number 1148263. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Fernheath Play?
Fernheath Play is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Iggulden. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Fernheath Play operate?
Fernheath Play operates across 3 areas: Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole.
Is Fernheath Play a registered charity?
Yes — Fernheath Play is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148263.
Details
Verney Road
BOURNEMOUTH
BH11 8DA
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Sectors & Classifications
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- 14 May 2026
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