Leisure Charities That specialise in Outdoor pursuits
Discover 849 Leisure charities that specialise in outdoor pursuits. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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King's Reach
Beneficiary group, Education, Health, Leisure-King's Reach Training Centre - Pupil Referral Unit providing Alternative Curriculum Education-Behaviour Assessment & Management for Primary Schools-Pastoral Care-Counselling Service-Family Support -iMAP - Intensive Mentoring and Assessment Programme KS4-TRAX - Outdoor pursuits and Bushcraft-Tri Sports - Football team-Total Impact Course - Crime Awareness and Prevention
Youth Adventure Trust
Beneficiary group, LeisureInspire vulnerable young people to:reach their full potential.learn valuable life skillsbuild confidence and self esteemmake a measurable difference to their livesthrough a programme of outdoor activities and challenging experiences.
Bf Adventure
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureWe are an outdoor education centre supporting the Cornish community since 1989. Using activity programmes, we focus on children who are not in education, employment or training or are at risk of disengagement. We help them to gain the confidence and skills needed to build a brighter future. We also offer programmes for people with disabilities and other individuals with additional support needs.
Cricklade And District Community Association
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Education, LeisureWe provide sport and leisure facilities to the residents of Cricklade and the surrounding communities. We have a swimming pool and over 10 local schools use this, an indoor climbing wall built from donations, and facilities for many other sports.We are run by a group of volunteers, and saved the centre from closure thanks to the generosity of the local residents and their continuing use.
The Viney Hill Christian Adventure Centre
LeisureResidential and camping centre offering outdoor pursuits and adventure activities for groups. We provide the ideal venue for your group to relax, study and discover the great outdoors through adventurous and challenging activities in a supportive Christian environment. Working to encourage and inspire personal, social and spiritual development through the creative use of outdoor pursuits
The Cambrian Village Trust Limited
Education, LeisureCambrian Village Trust Limited works with many organisations including school, providing a wide range of activities, including sports development, outdoor activities such as canoeing, archery, hiking and bushcraft.
Northern Roots (oldham) LTD
Economic and community development, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureTo provide, maintain, protect, improve and equip the gardens, landscaped areas, woodlands, open spaces, playing fields and recreational amenity spaces within the Northern Roots site, advance health by promoting outdoor activities including Horticulture and Agriculture, land based activities and recreation and amateur sport. Provision of allotment facilities. Promotion of arts, history, culture.
Greater London Middlesex West County Scout Council
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureScouting engages & supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. In partnership with adults, young people take part in fun indoor & outdoor activities, they learn by doing, by sharing in spiritual reflection and by taking responsibility. They make choices, undertake new & challenging activities and they live their Scout Promise.
Barnstondale Centre
Education, LeisureInclusive outdoor education and activity centre on the Wirral, Merseyside. We deliver skills-focused learning through activities such as climbing, abseiling, archery, target shooting, team-building, orienteering, bushcraft and residential stays for schools, disability and community groups, building confidence, resilience and environmental awareness.
The Garden Classroom
Associations, Economic and community development, Environment, Facilities, LeisureThe Garden Classroom delivers high quality activities in natural environments. Education, recreation and community activities are at the heart of what TGC does. It connects people with nature and with each other, in nature, and cultivates an interest in the natural world. Outdoor learning & recreation in natural environments, countryside projects and camping are at the heart of TGC's service.
The Thorpe Woodlands Adventure Centre Trust
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureThe Trust operates the Thorpe Woodlands Adventure Centre which seeks to actively contribute to the learning and development of Children and Young People by:Promoting a safe, healthy and welcoming environment.Providing high quality outdoor learning experiences which are inclusive, holistic and affordable.Offering a broad range of challenging, adventurous outdoor activities.
Marlow Rowing Club
LeisureMarlow Rowing Club primarily provides rowing facilities and training as an open, community rowing club. All are welcome to join and from age 11 and up at any level. The club provides learn to row courses and has serious competitive squads. It also provides facilities for local sports clubs (canoeing, triathlon, open water swimming), for disability sport and runs local amateur sport events.
The Christian Outdoor Pursuits Trust CIO
Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureThe aim of the charity is to promote and to advance the Christian faith by offering a Christian welcome and hospitality through a diverse range of outdoor and recreational activities at the residential facility of Bassenfell Manor Christian Centre. We work collaboratively with the Christian Adventure Holidays CIO as well as offering support to schools and church youth groups in the local community
International Youth Hostel Federation
Beneficiary group, Environment, Housing, LeisureYouth Tourism, Outdoor Education and Recreation and Environmental Conservation. On behalf of its parent charity, the International Youth Hostel Federation (IYHF), provides International Marketing and Information Technology Support to all member National Youth Hostel Associations, a global Online Booking Service @ www.hihostels.com, monitors Hostel Standards and offers International Training.
Hill End Outdoor Education Centre
Beneficiary group, LeisureOutdoor education to advance and improve the education and physical and social welfare of children and young people
Qe2 Activity Centre
Beneficiary group, LeisureQE2 Activity centre provides adventure activity sessions, including canoeing, climbing, archery and bushcraft for people with disabilities.QE2 Activity Centre runs a day service for adults with learning disabilities, promoting the development of independent living and work skills.
Free@last
Beneficiary group, Health, LeisureProviding support and opportunities for local people to improve their standards of living and reach their full potential. This includes youth work, teenage pregnancy and sexual health, dad's support, debt & benefit advice, outdoor activities, multi-media and career support.
Leicester Outdoor Pursuits Centre
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisureLOPC provides adventurous activity experiences designed to stimulate, educate and motivate young people & others at affordable prices, in a safe challenging environment. Activities include high ropes, archery, team building, campcraft, paddle-sports & more. LOPC provides NGB coach education courses, childcare (Holiday Schemes & After School Club) and is the base for many community group clubs.
Oac Buildings
Beneficiary group, LeisureThe main purpose of the charity is to provide opportunities for young people to take part in outdoor activities.
Project Challenge
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureTo advance the education of disaffected young people in West Yorkshire between the ages of 16 and 19, who are unemployed, or lacking in qulaifications, or at risk of persistent anti-social behaviour, or offending, by the provision of programmes of outdoor education other training and challenging activities to improve their personal and social skills
Adventure Sunderland LTD
Beneficiary group, LeisureTHE CHARITY'S PRIMARY AIM IS TO PROVIDE OUTDOOR EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE USING ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITIES TO CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT.
Nursery@aspire
Beneficiary group, Childcare, LeisureAIMS: To enhance the development and education of children primarily under statutory schoolage (from the age of three months). PROVIDES: Meals and snacks andwater throughout the day Nappies ACTIVITIES: Circle Time - Songs & Stories, Sand & WaterActivities, Construction Activites, Malable Play - flour and water mix, Outdoor activities
Hereford And Worcester Scout County
Associations, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, LeisureTO SUPPORT AND DEVELOP SCOUTING IN HEREFORDSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE ACCORDING TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION POLICY, ORGANISATION & RULES. THIS INCLUDES THE PROVISION OF TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEADERS AND VOLUNTEERS.TO PROVIDE CAMPING AND ACTIVITY FACILITIES AT KINVER, STAFFORDSHIRE.
Hope Now Limited
Crime and Justice, Education, Housing, Leisure, Religion, Social careThe charities current activities is the advancement of the Evangelical Christian Faith in the UK and all other parts of the world. This encompasses Prison ministry, pre-independence homes, orphanages, bible schools, medical care, camping and conference facilities, student sponsorship and education. Currently the main area of operation is in the Ukraine.
The Harrison Foundation
Arts, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe Harrison Foundation expanded on its commitment to equality of opportunity. Recommended charities were supported as follows:Beacon of Light Education Centre National Social Mobility Pledge NE Youth Duke of Edinburgh Award Princes Trust Big Issue Magazine Denton Youth and Community Project Loftus Community Hub
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many outdoor-pursuits leisure charities are there in the UK?
There are 849 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 £8.6bn 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 85.4%. 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 £340k. 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.