Leisure Charities That specialise in Outdoor pursuits
Discover 453 Leisure charities that specialise in outdoor pursuits. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Bearsted District Guide Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureDeveloping young girls into useful members of society with a social concience by various activities including fund raising,helping others,outdoor activities and practical skills.
1st Little Stoke Scout Group
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe objectives of the Group are as a unit of the Scout Association promoting the development of young people in achieving their full physical , intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals and as responsible citizens. Activities include arts and crafts, challenges such as orienteering, educational visits, camps, as well as group activities such as parties and family events
Peterborough Unit 268 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, LeisurePeterborough Sea Cadets offers 10- 18yr olds a wide range of activities loosly based on Royal Navy traditions. These include rowing, visits to warships, training courses at Royal Navy training establishments such as HMS Raleigh, on board training in seamanship, navigation, first aid, team building exercises, D of E etc. Peterborough Unit also provides the Mayors Guard at civil occasions.
Chichester Harbour And Selsey Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureWe are a Sea Cadet unit serving Chichester and surrounding areas and a member of the Nation wide Sea Cadet Corps. We have volunteer uniformed and civilian male and female staff who train male and female Sea Cadets aged between 10 and 18 in the traditions and skills of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and the sea, including character and leadership training, canoeing, sailing and handling motor boats.
1st Bletchley Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureScout Group providing a range of activities to boys/girls age 6 to 14 to include learning skills such as orienteering, outdoor cooking, camping, hiking/map reading and various creative arts & craft, both individually and within a team.
Keighley Unit 386 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Arts, Associations, LeisureActivities on offer include Sailing, Kayaking, Windsurfing, Sub Boarding, Canoeing, Pulling (rowing), Field Craft, Drill, Shooting, Cookery and Music.
74th Stoke On Trent And Newcastle (silverdale St Lukes) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe beavers, cubs and scout are now all doing well with recruitment of new youth members increasing .All sections are working well and continue to gain badges and awards. They have been camping and enjoying joint activities to improve their inter personal skills. We have an additional leader in the beavers, and are benefitting from more Young Leaders from the explorers helping in all sections
The Boys' Brigade Sheffield Battalion
LeisureThe Battalion supports the work of Boys Brigade companies around the Sheffield and District (North Derbyshire and North Notts) area provide activities which cover Spiritual, Sport, Craft, Outdoor activities and a structured award scheme
Stevenage Unit No 493 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Leisure, ResearchStevenage Sea Cadets and Royal Marines Cadets offer a range of activities designed to develop the skills and values for success in life, adopting principles, values and training akin to the Royal Navy. Skills such as First Aid, Marine Engineering, Public Service, Fieldcraft, Weapons Handling, Orienteering, DofE, BTEC, STEM proficiency, Water activities such as rowing, kayak, powerboat and paddle
19th Itchen Division
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities. Some of the activities included camping, hiking, archery, cooking and many more fun activities.
10th Deal (eastry) Scout Group
Associations, Charity and VCS support, LeisureTo help to educate, develop and enhance local childrens life and to be involved in the surrounding areas sports, outdoor activities and fund raising activities.
Winsford Middlewich And Northwich Unit Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe Sea Cadet Corps is a national,voluntary youth organisation which aims to help young people (aged 10-18) towards responsible adulthood and to encourage them to reach their potential by developing valuable personal attributes and high standards of conduct,using a nautical theme based on the customs and traditions of the Royal Navy.Activities include sailing,kayaking,climbing,engineering and IT
5th Hoddesdon Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureWe are a Scout Group with children ranging from 6years - 16 years and involving activities indoors and outside including camping and many other skills
14th Reigate Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe group is registered with the Scout Association and operates in the South Park area of Reigate providing activities for children aged 6-18 years old in a fun safe environment. The programme includes adventurous activities, camping and challenges to promote confidence, teamwork and leadership skills. New leaders and adult supporters always welcome.
Poole East Division
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureMany Guide units and Brownie Packs have enjoyed their activities with Poole East Division. Camping and outdoor experiences along with more adventurous activities at outdoor education centres. We have been part of the large County camp this year.
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).
Forest School Camps
Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureProviding supervised camping activities for young people of an educational nature.
Georgeham Old Rectory Trust
LeisureProvide a Christian based conference and outdoor activity centre at an affordable level.
Salford District Scout Council
LeisureIndoor/Outdoor activity,Training.
Taste For Adventure
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfareProvision of outdoor activities to young and elderly disadvantaged or less able people
Islington Boat Club
Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureWatersports, Youth Club, Schools canoeing
Oac Buildings
Beneficiary group, LeisureThe main purpose of the charity is to provide opportunities for young people to take part in outdoor activities.
Nuneaton District Scout Council
Associations, LeisureNormal Scouting Activities. Camping, badge/awards work, hill walking, water activities etc.
The Callister Trust
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, LeisureProvision of outdoor activities and well being projects in our volunteer restored garden in Birkenhead
1st Hersham Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureScouting activities for children between 6 and 14 years, including camping and adventure activities in the UK and abroad
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many outdoor-pursuits leisure charities are there in the UK?
There are 453 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 (£247.3m). 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 £2.6bn 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 80.9%. 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 £282k. 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.