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Hawkshead Recreation Ground

To provide recreational facilities for the inhabitants of and visitors to the village of Hawkshead.These currently include a childrens play area with equipment suitable for children in the age range 3 to 12 years old. A full size football pitch with changing facilities. A crown green bowling facility. Two tennis courts. A general play area equipped with picnic benches and tables.

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Activities & Mission

To provide recreational facilities for the inhabitants of and visitors to the village of Hawkshead.These currently include a childrens play area with equipment suitable for children in the age range 3 to 12 years old. A full size football pitch with changing facilities. A crown green bowling facility. Two tennis courts. A general play area equipped with picnic benches and tables.

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

Latest Income
£14,798
Latest Expenditure
£10,178

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 68.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 68.8%
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
£14,798
£10,1780 / 8
2024
£13,860
£14,3270 / 9
2021
£14,503
£6,0280 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Hawkshead Recreation Ground

What does Hawkshead Recreation Ground do?

To provide recreational facilities for the inhabitants of and visitors to the village of Hawkshead.These currently include a childrens play area with equipment suitable for children in the age range 3 to 12 years old. A full size football pitch with changing facilities. A crown green bowling facility. Two tennis courts. A general play area equipped with picnic benches and tables.

How much income did Hawkshead Recreation Ground report in 2025?

Hawkshead Recreation Ground reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £10k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Hawkshead Recreation Ground registered as a charity?

Hawkshead Recreation Ground was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 July 1963 as charity number 521116. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs Hawkshead Recreation Ground?

Hawkshead Recreation Ground is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR DAVID SPEDDING. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Hawkshead Recreation Ground operate?

Hawkshead Recreation Ground operates across 2 areas: Cumbria and Lancashire.

Is Hawkshead Recreation Ground a registered charity?

Yes — Hawkshead Recreation Ground is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 521116.

Details

Address
6 Springwood
Hawkshead
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0ND
Registration Date
29 July 1963
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
521116
Charity Number
521116

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Trustees

MR DAVID SPEDDING Chair
ADAM MACLENNAN
DAVID VAUGHAN
Evonne Bremner
IAN DAVID MOULTON
MR ANDREW BROWN
MR MICHAEL WILLIAM THORNLEY
Richard Michael WOODHOUSE

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Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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