Guildford City Swimming Club
As a Club we serve a membership of approximately 700 , which includes all abilities of swimmer ranging in age from 4 to 80years. We offer a Learn to Swim Academy, competitive swimming for all ages , as well as swimming for fitness, and disability swimming. We have extensive outreach activity with local schools to encourage swimming activity.
Activities & Mission
As a Club we serve a membership of approximately 700 , which includes all abilities of swimmer ranging in age from 4 to 80years. We offer a Learn to Swim Academy, competitive swimming for all ages , as well as swimming for fitness, and disability swimming. We have extensive outreach activity with local schools to encourage swimming activity.
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
Higher than 82% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 52% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £1,443,754 | £1,460,214 | £1,460,214 | £127,925 | £127,925 | 76 / 100 |
| 2024 | £1,450,403 | £1,437,924 | £1,437,924 | £144,385 | £144,385 | 71 / 100 |
| 2023 | £1,353,807 | £1,351,408 | £1,351,408 | £131,906 | £127,674 | 69 / 100 |
| 2022 | £1,228,380 | £1,298,245 | £1,298,245 | £129,507 | £125,270 | 67 / 100 |
| 2021 | £919,973 | £959,779 | £959,779 | £199,372 | £191,166 | 73 / 100 |
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Frequently asked questions about Guildford City Swimming Club
What does Guildford City Swimming Club do?
As a Club we serve a membership of approximately 700 , which includes all abilities of swimmer ranging in age from 4 to 80years. We offer a Learn to Swim Academy, competitive swimming for all ages , as well as swimming for fitness, and disability swimming. We have extensive outreach activity with local schools to encourage swimming activity.
How much income did Guildford City Swimming Club report in 2025?
Guildford City Swimming Club reported total income of £1.44m and reported expenditure of £1.46m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Guildford City Swimming Club?
Guildford City Swimming Club has a program ratio of 101.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 82% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Guildford City Swimming Club registered as a charity?
Guildford City Swimming Club was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 September 2012 as charity number 1148907. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Guildford City Swimming Club?
Guildford City Swimming Club is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jonathan Richard Steele. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Guildford City Swimming Club operate?
Guildford City Swimming Club operates in Surrey, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Guildford City Swimming Club a registered charity?
Yes — Guildford City Swimming Club is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148907.
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