Leisure Charities That specialise in Outdoor pursuits
Discover 468 Leisure charities that specialise in outdoor pursuits. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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1st Ystrad Mynach Scout Group
Associations, LeisureWe are a very active Scout Group - Beavers, Cubs & Scouts all enjoy the benefits of camping, hiking, kayaking and various other water sports, archery and lots of badge work developing skills for life.
The Adventure Ranger Corp
Beneficiary group, LeisureWe are a military style organisation for young people 8 years upwards, we undertake lots of different activities ranging from camping, climbing, canoeing, expeditons (including The Duke of Edinburghs Award) Field Craft, Map Reading, First Aid and much more.
26th South West Cheshire Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureActivities for children aged 6 - 14 1/2 following scouting guidelines. Emphasis on outdoor pursuits, skills and social opportunities within the village setting and further afield.
1st Sutton At Hone Boy Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureScouting activities for boys and girls including camps and leisure visits. The Group is inclusive and has very active Scout, Cub and Beaver units and committed leaders. It also has a strong and supportive executive committee. The Group has its own scout hall, activity area and a wide range of equipment for camping and other events. It has its own mini bus with safety seat belts.
5th Darlington (st Mary's) Scout Group
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureWe provide progressive training for boys and girls in various skills, from age 5 yrs to adults - based upon The National Scout Assoc policies, leaders, in consultation with the children, arrange weekly and long term programmes, utilising local facilities, programmes consist of games, music & constructive work both indoors & out - camping, climbing, hikes, abseiling, water activities.
2nd Market Rasen Scout Group
Associations, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureScouts are do-ers and give-it-a-go-ers. Yes, we go camping, hiking, abseiling, cycling and canoeing while having fun. We meet weekly, catering for youngsters aged 6 to 18 supporting them with skills they need for school, college, university, the job interview, the important speech, the tricky challenge and the big dreams: the skills they need for life.
1st Edwinstowe Scout Group
Associations, LeisureCommunity work, gaining badges, Camping and outdoor activities.
1st Magor Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Leisure1st Magor Scouts exist to develop the skills and abilities of young people in the Magor area of South Monmouthshire. The scout troop provides practical training and activities to develop the mental and physical capacity of the young people. Activities under taken in the last year have included climbing, camping, sailing, swimming and cooking.
Third Frodsham Sea Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Leisure, SocietyGenerally the promotion of the principles and objectives of the Scout movement with emphasis on water-based training and activities for all young people.Water-based activities include sailing, swimming, water safetyLand-based activities include camping, survival skills, health and safety, good citizenship
42nd Brighton (saltdean) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureScouting activities for children aged 6-18 years. Weekly meetings, hiking and camping. Visits to places of interest.
1st Welling Boy Scout Group
Associations, LeisureWe offer a wide range of activities including camping, climbing, hiking, spirital, community service and many other activities.
1st Llangennech Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureTo encourage children from the ages of 6 to 18 to work together as a team and to help in their community as well as within their sections.To also enjoy outdoor activities such as Kayaking, camping, bivvying, rifle shooting all with trained instructors.
1st Lingwood And Strumpshaw Air Scout Group
Associations, Leisuretraining and education for cubs,beavers and scouts,outdoor games,flying and gliding experiences and camping at Lingwood and surrounding area in Norfolk
Albert Wilson Memorial Field
Leisure, ReligionEDUCATIONTRAININGRELIGIOUS ACTIVITIESSPORT/RECREATIONOUTDOOR ACTIVITIES e.g.CAMPING HIKING
City Of Liverpool Unit (217) Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Associations, LeisureWe cater for the youths of Liverpool aged between 9 and 18 years. We teach First aid, IT, Marine Engineering, Cooks Steward. BTEC, Fieldcraft, Navigation As well as all sports including Sailing wind surfing Canoeing, Pulling, Power Boating. Swimming Football plus much much more.
1st Whimple Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureDEVELOPING YOUNG PEOPLE IN PHYSICAL,SOCIAL AND INTELLECTUAL AREAS. CAMPING, ORIENTEERING, FUND RAISING AND HELPING OTHERS IN EAST DEVON. PROMOTING THE ETHOS OF THE SCOUT MOVEMENT.
86th Leicester (buckminster Baptist) Scout Group
Associations, Leisure, ReligionEducation including Young Leader training, basic life support. Faith activites, including attending church. Recreation including canoeing, camping, climbing, abseiling, football, games. Scouting activities including knots, backwoods cooking, badge work.
Newhaven And Seaford Unit 442 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Leisure, SocietySea Cadets is a voluntary organisation for young people aged 12 to 18 with Juniors aged 10 to 12. They offer a wide range of activities including sailing, canoeing, rock climbing, engineering, IT and communications, music and cookery. They aim to encourage good citizenship providing worthwhile qualifications, experience and adventure. Sea Cadets can learn life skills whilst having fun and making f
Islamic And Cultural Society Of Harrow
Beneficiary group, Leisure, ReligionSocial and educational activities for youths and families living in of Harrow and surrounding boroughs. sports and outdoor activities.
Outdoor Development Ministries
Leisure, ReligionPromoting the Christian faith through outdoor activities and sports in the UK
The Boys' Brigade, Nottingham Battalion
Beneficiary group, Education, Leisure, ReligionMembers of the Boys' Brigade are encouraged to attend Church, Brigade Award Schemes and the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. The Battalion encourages its members to participate in competitions, camps and other activities to enable boys (and girls) aged 5 to 18 to develop skills in competing, communicating, making friends, and experiencing new activities .
Kings Langley School Outdoor Education Centre
Education, LeisureWe provide accommodation in Powys primarily intended for school students to participate in outdoor adventurous education and field study. The accommodation is also used for team building sessions, for intensive study sessions and for groups enjoying various outdoor activities.
Fiddington Village Hall
Economic and community development, Facilities, LeisureMaintain a community facility for indoor and outdoor activities which are relevant to a small rural parish. Local organisations have preferential hire rates.
Wessex Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisurePROVIDES SCOUTING FOR YOUNG PEOPLE, INC CAMPING/GAMES/MEETING OTHER SCOUTS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD, AS PER BADEN-POWELL.
1st Charmouth Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureActivity sessions for boys and girls including outdoor activities, camping, hiking, art and craft, global awareness, cultural activities, local knowledge.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many outdoor-pursuits leisure charities are there in the UK?
There are 468 registered outdoor-pursuits leisure charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the outdoor-pursuits leisure charities by income?
Royal Mencap Society is the largest by latest reported annual income (£244.4m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of outdoor-pursuits leisure charities?
Outdoor-pursuits leisure charities reported a combined annual income of £2.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for outdoor-pursuits leisure charities?
Across all outdoor-pursuits leisure charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 81.8%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of outdoor-pursuits leisure charities?
Outdoor-pursuits leisure charities have an average annual income of £272k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.