Halton Play Council Limited
Also known as: Play Resource Centre
We provide low cost children's play novelties, art/crafts materials, hire equipment, training and room hire to voluntary organisations. Promote inclusive play and play related activities, organise and deliver Holiday Play Schemes and weekly Short Break Clubs for children with additional needs.
Activities & Mission
We provide low cost children's play novelties, art/crafts materials, hire equipment, training and room hire to voluntary organisations. Promote inclusive play and play related activities, organise and deliver Holiday Play Schemes and weekly Short Break Clubs for children with additional needs.
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 | £250,559 | £289,329 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £262,293 | £270,932 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £261,412 | £257,747 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £198,526 | £200,697 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £200,493 | £162,816 | 0 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Halton Play Council Limited
What does Halton Play Council Limited do?
We provide low cost children's play novelties, art/crafts materials, hire equipment, training and room hire to voluntary organisations. Promote inclusive play and play related activities, organise and deliver Holiday Play Schemes and weekly Short Break Clubs for children with additional needs.
How much income did Halton Play Council Limited report in 2025?
Halton Play Council Limited reported total income of £251k and reported expenditure of £289k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Halton Play Council Limited registered as a charity?
Halton Play Council Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 December 1997 as charity number 1066784. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Halton Play Council Limited?
Halton Play Council Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Councillor MARK DENNETT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Halton Play Council Limited operate?
Halton Play Council Limited operates in Halton, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Halton Play Council Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Halton Play Council Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1066784.
Details
PLAY RESOURCE CENTRE
10 MERSEY ROAD
RUNCORN
WA7 1DF
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Also Known As
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- 14 May 2026
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