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.
Notable charities in this sector
Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
Wokingham Waterside Centre Limited
Leisure, Social welfareProvision of watersports and other outdoor activities to all members the local community including those with disabilities, novices and the disadvantaged. To provide an accessible and well equipped facility for indoor events such as conferences.
Taste For Adventure
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfareProvision of outdoor activities to young and elderly disadvantaged or less able people
Salford District Scout Council
LeisureIndoor/Outdoor activity,Training.
Upper Wharfedale School Fund
Charity and VCS support, Education, LeisureFundraising for school, purchase and sale of Fairtrade items, numerous day trips and 10 residential trips - Paris, Kingswood, Bewerley Park, Italy, Netball Weekend, Poland, Belfast, Climbing Trip, London, Belgium.
The Worgan Trust
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisureThe Trust holds land for protection and preservation. It provides facilities for primary and infant school children mostly from the Birmingham Education Authority and a wider area to visit a working farm with a range of livestock. It gives opportunities for outdoor activities for groups of young people using a building in the Wyre Forest.
Ashby And Coalville District Scout Council
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureScouting activities for boys and girls from the Ashby & Coalville area of Leicestershire. There are 16 scout groups and 7 Explorer Scout sections, totalling 1092 young people aged 6-18. Activities range from arts and crafts to camping and expeditions. Scouting sees children of all ages grow up and develop into well rounded young people, many go onto other youth activities and leadership.
New Beginnings UK
Charitable activities, Health, Leisure, ReligionNew Beginnings UK provides free educational courses, advocacy, and information about Islam and conversion to Islam, wellbeing support in the form of counselling and group therapy delivered by qualified professionals, open discussions, social gatherings and outdoor activities, gifts and certification upon conversion to Islam. This is carried out online and in the UK.
Dockland Scout Project
LeisureGeneral boating including but not restricted to:- Canoeing, Dinghy and Keel boat sailing, pulling under oars, power boating and sport boating.Royal Yachting Association courses.British Canoe Union Courses
Welcome Baptist Church
Leisure, ReligionChristian church,Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme
Mountainwise
Charitable activities, Environment, Leisure1. To provide Duke of Edinburgh Award Expedition programmes and/or other educational and recreational activities as a means of:2. To advance the education of the public, in particular but not exclusively in the subject of the physical and natural environment.
Northfields & District Play Association Playbarn
Arts, Beneficiary group, LeisureWE PROVIDE A SAFE STIMULATING PLAY ENVIRONMENT FOR CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE AGED FROM 5 - 18 YR OLDS.WE OFFER A WIDE RANGE OF INDOOR & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES, SUCH AS VARIOUS ARTS & CRAFTS, IT AND ASSORTED PLAY STRUCTURES SUCH AS A SPIDER WEB, ADVENTURE TRAIL, SWINGS, ALL WEATHER BALL COURT.WE ALSO HAVE A DEDICATED ADDITIONAL NEEDS WORKER.
'spectrum Wasp'
Arts, Beneficiary group, LeisureWe offer a comprehensive schedule of structured events and activities, including residential breaks, cinema outings, arts and craft sessions, family day trips, music therapy sessions, wall climbing, biking, cooking, swimming, trampolining etc. This helps to develop confidence, coordination, interaction, life and learning skills for Children/Young People on the Autistic Spectrum.
Belchamps Scout Centre
Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureTo provide camping facilities and indoor accommodation for members of the scout and guide associations, other youth organisations,schools, and community groups and also to provide a wide range of activities suitable for the 6 to 25 age group within the general principles of the Scout movement
Islington Boat Club
Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureWatersports, Youth Club, Schools canoeing
Denton Youth And Community Project
Arts, Beneficiary group, LeisureMain activities include open access youth sessions, outreach, drop in/sexual health support/holiday programme of challenging/leisure activities, family adventure club, children's arts/crafts/fun/play, indoor/outdoor activity sessions, training YP/adults, fun days/events, sessions to improve health/fitness (all ages), older people's lunch club, dance/exercise for OP, Denton MAGs.
Climb2recovery
Health, Leisure, Saving of livesClimb 2 Recovery (C2R) supports chronically wounded, injured, and sick veterans through fully funded adaptive climbing programs. Since 2016, C2R has delivered over 1,100 annual training days at just £105 per person per day. Climbing aids emotional regulation, self-esteem, and mindfulness while fostering camaraderie and purpose. Dr. Lucy Sheen-Harker describes it as life-changing and life-saving.
Spennymoor Youth And Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareProviding activities for Children, Young People and Families. Including Junior, Inters and Duke of Edinburgh Award. Inter Generational Work, Health & Well Being Services, ICT Access and Support. Room Hire for Community Groups and Private Hire for Events. Room Hire for Education Purposes. Community Allotment. Support including, Food Parcel, and Community Cafe and Volunteer Support.
Essa Water Activities Centre
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureRYA Dinghy Sailing courses & taster sessions. BCU Canoeing & kayaking, Dragon boating, wobble boarding and traditional raft building for young people and adults. We are an RYA Training Centre. Sessions are run by volunteers who are RYA or BCU qualified Instructors who are assisted by our young ESSA Crew. Our 23 acre lake at Nazeing is suitable for beginners and intermediate participants.
Tom Roberts Adventure Centre Ltd.
Beneficiary group, LeisureProvides a camping and adventure centre,both residential and non-residential, for all but in particular for youth groups, young people,families,churches.Users are drawn both locally,nationally and further abroad
10th & 8th Widnes Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Leisure, ReligionOperate (generally) weekly, term-time Scout and Guiding acivity sections for young people. Organise, and where neccessary raise funds for, regular trips, camps and outdoor activities for the section members. Maintain/improve HQ resources, including equipment, with strict regard for health and safety regulations/requirements.
Christian Camping International (uk) Limited
Leisure, ReligionThe principal activity of the charity throughout the year was to advance the evangelical Christian faith as an association of Christian camps, conference centres, churches and individuals.
1st Stretford (longford) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureA NUMBER OF OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES:- CANOEING, WIND SURFING,WALKING, MOUNTAIN CLIMBING, ABSAILING, CAMPING, PIONEERING, SPORTS ACITIVITES ETC.HELPING IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY.EDUCATING YOUNG PEOPLE ITEMS THAT THEY DO NOT NECESSARY LEARN AT SCHOOLBUT ARE USEFULL IN THEIR EVERY DAY LIFE.
Camp Jojo
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureSupporting families of children with complex needs and disabilities, many with life limiting conditions or reduced life expectancy, to enjoy a family camping experience. Full accessibility, extensive equipment and volunteer support allows tent accommodation and activities to be available to all. Camp Jojo builds resilience and hope for families alongside people who understand their challenges.
Climbing Bears Of Wisborough Green
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisurePRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION
Nuneaton District Scout Council
Associations, LeisureNormal Scouting Activities. Camping, badge/awards work, hill walking, water activities etc.
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.