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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Flysheet Camps
Beneficiary group, LeisureProvision of camping holidays for children aged 8-18 who wouldn't otherwise get a holiday.
Bristol (adventure) Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureA Voluntary / Charitable organisation that is affliliated to the Sea Cadet Association which provide a safe enviroment to allow the youth of Bristol to learn new skills such as Engineering, Cooking, Canoeing, Sailing, Sports, Band, Music etc.
High Beech Village Hall
Animals, Facilities, LeisureOperation of a village hall. Weddings,childen's parties. Pilates. Dog training. Orienteering, Quiz nights etc. Polling station
Thurrock Unit 335 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureTo provide a useful series of activities, and training, for young people (aged 10 to 18) which is loosely based upon a Nautical theme.We encourage young people to develop their personal skills with Adventure Training, Sailing (in single and multi sailed craft, Pulling (Rowing), Power boat Driving, Swimming and kayaking (canoeing).
Breinton Relief In Need Charity
Arts, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe Breinton Relief in Need Charity provides financial relief to needy people who live in the parish of Breinton, near Hereford. All forms of need are covered, including financial support for young people's education, such as help with buying educational books or equipment or help with buying equipment to enable them to take part in the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme.
The Southlake Mother And Toddler Group
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Leisure, Social welfarevarious activities for pre-school children including singing, stories, crafts, puzzles, role play, construction, ride-on toys, climbing, social interaction. Also, summer outings and Christmas parties.
Poor's Land (camping Close)
Leisure, Social welfareTo act as owners of the land for the benefit of the inhabitants of the Parish of Boxted.
The Stonefolds Trust
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, LeisureGrants to promote the teaching of the Christian religion in the Gateshead district and beyond and in particular to promote and support evangelistic and outreach Christian work in inner city areas and in outdoor pursuits including the provision of staff and materials and transport as may be expedient in connection therewith.
North Shields Unit 613 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Associations, LeisureBoating, camping, various specialisations such as seamanship, engineering, first aid etc. Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme. RYA courses at recognised boat station - TS Northumbria.
Hull Community Playscheme Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, LeisureWE CONTINUE TO PROVIDE CREATIVE PLAY OPPORTUNITIES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR AND YOUNG VOLUNTEERS CONTINUE TO BE THE DRIVING FORCE. COUNTRYSIDE AND SEA SIDE VISITS, OVER NIGHT CAMPING AND RESIDENTIAL ACTIVITY HAVE BEEN HUGELY BENEFICIAL TO PROMOTING HEALTH AND WELL BEING AND WE CONTINUE TO PROMOTE INCLUSIVE WORK SENSITIVE TO THE NEEDS OF THE INDIVIDUAL CHILD OR YOUNG PERSON.
11th Mitcham S S Peter And Paul Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureWe run six units, Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts, from our Scout Hut in Mitcham. The children attend weekly meetings where they work towards badges which help to make them aware of their environment and to care for others. Camping and fund-raising are among the many activities in which the children are involved.
1st Hawkhurst Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Leisure1st Hawkhurst Beavers, Cubs and Scouts provides fun learning and outdoor activities for local children. Putting an acquired skill or skills into action. Experience a sense of belonging. Nurtures self-esteem. Exercise resourcefulness. Exemplify teamwork. Share responsibility. Feel successful. Learn a life lesson.
Teignmouth District Girl Guides Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureGirls work through a programme, which has been designed to further the girls social and development skills, along with outdoor activities and residential experiences.
Northamptonshire Schools Sailing And Canoeing Association
Education, LeisureProvide opportunities for sail training and competition through sailing clubs in Northamptonshire
Guide Association Heanor District Local Association
Beneficiary group, LeisureGuiding offers a chance to explore, to try out a wide variety of and activities and learn a range of skills; anything from outdoor pursuits, like walking, camping, abseiling and canoeing,to working with computers, time management and team building. With worldwide links, there is the opportunity to meet and work with people from other countries, either by travelling abroad or welcoming visitors.
Penygeulan Cottage Field Centre
Beneficiary group, Education, Leisure, Social welfareProviding accommodation for children from under deprived areas whilst they are engaged in outdoor pursuits.
The Martin David Cross Memorial Trust
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfareThe aim is to award small financial help to young people under 21 who suffer financial hardship which would prevent them from pursuing a wish in the field of outdoor activities. This could include mountain walking, canoeing etc for themselves or for joining in activities such as DOE, Operation Raleighetc
Bury St Edmunds County Upper School Parent Teacher Association
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, LeisureThe main activities are to a) support the school events by providing volunteer helpers, e.g. in providing refreshments at school eventsb) organise events to raise money in order to provide additional equipment, e.g. camping equipment for Duke of Edinburgh activities, kits for school sports teams
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.