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Fishing For Life

Also known as: Swffl

We have provided support and instruction to all members who have, or have had breast, cancer by teaching them fly fishing to promote healing post operations. We now have groups in, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, Avon, Pennines, Dorset and Gloucestershire.

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Activities & Mission

We have provided support and instruction to all members who have, or have had breast, cancer by teaching them fly fishing to promote healing post operations. We now have groups in, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, Avon, Pennines, Dorset and Gloucestershire.

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.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£3,233
Latest Expenditure
£3,640

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 112.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 112.6%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£3,233
£3,6400 / 50
2024
£3,323
£5,4760 / 50
2023
£5,476
£3,9610 / 50
2022
£6,113
£7,8830 / 25
2021
£5,067
£1,4810 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Fishing For Life

What does Fishing For Life do?

We have provided support and instruction to all members who have, or have had breast, cancer by teaching them fly fishing to promote healing post operations. We now have groups in, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, Avon, Pennines, Dorset and Gloucestershire.

How much income did Fishing For Life report in 2025?

Fishing For Life reported total income of £3k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Fishing For Life registered as a charity?

Fishing For Life was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 July 2014 as charity number 1157812. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs Fishing For Life?

Fishing For Life is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Patrick Veale. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Fishing For Life operate?

Fishing For Life operates across 6 areas, including Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Fishing For Life a registered charity?

Yes — Fishing For Life is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1157812.

Details

Address
Holworthy Farm
Brompton Regis
Dulverton
TA22 9NY
Registration Date
14 July 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5043598
Charity Number
1157812

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Trustees

Patrick Veale Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
GILLIAN PAYNE
Ian Sorenson
ROSEMARY SCOTT

Also Known As

  • Swffl

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