Leisure Charities That specialise in Recreation
Discover 4,072 Leisure charities that specialise in recreation. 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.
Hollowell Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureFOR THE PURPOSES OF A VILLAGE HALL FOR THE USE OF THE INHABITANTS OF THE PARISH OF HOLLOWELL WITHOUT DISTINCTION OF POLITICAL, RELIGIOUS OR OTHER OPINIONS INCLUDING USE FOR MEETINGS LECTURES AND CLASSES AND FOR OTHER FORMS OF RECREATION AND LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE FOR THE SAID INHABITANTS.
Lurgashall Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureVillage community hall available to all residents within the Parish, regardless of political, religious or ethnic background, for use for meetings and educational and recreational purposes with the object of improving the quality of life in the community
Barkestone-Le-Vale Village Hub
Facilities, LeisureProvision of Village Hall and Recreational Activities for residents of Barkestone-le-Vale
The Maltby Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureThe Village Hall is the focal point of village life providing facilities for the use of recreational, charitable and educational activities.
The Marina Range Association
Facilities, LeisureProvides buildings/facilities/open space for Sport/recreation
Young People's Trust, Carlton Le Moorland
Beneficiary group, Childcare, LeisurePROVIDING OR ASSISTING IN THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES IN THE INTERESTS OF SOCIAL WELFARE FOR THE CARE, EDUCATION, RECREATION OR LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION OF THE CHILDREN AND YOUTH OF THE PARISH OF CARLTON-LE-MOORLAND WITH THE OBJECT OF FURTHERING THEIR DEVELOPMENT THROUGH LEARNING, SPORT AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND IMPROVING THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE FOR THE SAID CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Bridford Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureThe provision and maintenance of a village hall for the use of the inhabitants in particular, but without limitation, of the Parish of Bridford without distinction of political, religious or other opinions, including use for:a) Meetings, lectures and classes, andb) other forms of recreation and leisure-time occupation, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the inhabitants.
Holne Church Charity
Heritage, Leisure, ReligionThe charity invested the monies from the sale of the Church House Inn, Holne in 2018. The income from the investment is exclusively used for the upkeep and maintenance of the Church of St Mary the Virgin, Holne. The charity also holds the Playpark, Holne in trust for the recreation and enjoyment by the community.
Wigginton Sports And Playingfield Association
Facilities, LeisureProviding and managing a recreation ground for the benefit of residents of the parish of Wigginton in the City of York
The Thames Vale Singers
Arts, Charity and VCS support, LeisureMusical education & recreation. Fundraising support to other charitable bodies via concerts etc.
Town And Charity Estate Non-Ecclesiastical Charity
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfare(1) To provide financial help to elderly people resident in the parish of Kislingbury to relieve sickness and poor health(2) The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation and sport for the benefit of the inhabitants of the Parish of Kislingbury
North Stainmore Parish Hall
Facilities, LeisureA village hall for the use of the inhabitants of the Parish of Stainmore and the neighbourhood without distinction of sex or political, religious or other opinions, and in particular for the use of meetings, lectures and classes and for other forms of recreation and leisure-time occupation, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants.
Kirksanton Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureThe village hall provides a locally situated social centre available to every member of the village for local events, functions and social, recreational and educational activities.
Village Hall - Harlaxton
Arts, Facilities, LeisureVillage Hall hire facilities are provided for the benefit of the residents of Harlaxton. The Hall is also available for commercial hire to organisations providing recreational activities such as exercise and dance classes
Lythe Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureTHE PROVISION OF RECREATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL AMENITIES FOR THE LOCAL COMMUNITY
Docking Allotment For Exercise And Recreation
LeisureDocking allotment for exercise and recreation
Woking And District Society For Mentally Handicapped Children
Beneficiary group, LeisureThe provision of social, leisure and educational activities for people with learning disabilities and their parents or other carers.To work with people with learning disabilities to help them to have as independent a life as possible in accordance with their wishes.To increase public knowledge of the problems faced by people with learning disabilities and their families.
Packington Recreation Ground Charity
Facilities, LeisureSPORTS AND RECREATION
Gosberton Public Hall
Facilities, LeisureProvides facilities for social, education and leisure activities for the local community.
South Milford Memorial Playing Fields Association
Facilities, LeisureProvides areas of recreation & reflection for all ages in South Milford. The committee assists with the local bonfire each year.
Riccall Lands Charity
Facilities, LeisureProviding and managing Open spaces for public walks, recreation areas; conservation and nature areas, outdoor sports and field gardens (allotments)
Callington Young Farmers Club
Arts, Economic and community development, Housing, LeisureA) To advance the education of young members of the public in agriculture, home crafts, country life and related subjects. And B) In the interest of social welfare to provide and promote the provision of facilities for recreation and leisure.
Romaldkirk Reading And Recreation Room
Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareProvision of education, leisure and social activities for the villagers and their families and friends
Rocester Village Hall
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisurePROVISON OF A COMMUNITY FACILITY FOR ALL LOCAL GROUPS & ORGANISATIONS, INC., PRE SCHOOL, YOUTH GROUPS, ELDERLY AND GENERAL GROUPS/ORGANISATIONS. ALSO A VENUE FOR A VARIETY OF EVENTS AND ENTERTAINMENT BOTH FOR FUNDRAISING AND PRIVATE ACTIVITIES/OCCASIONS. CAPACITY FOR UPTO 200 WITH A LARGE STAGE, KITCHEN, SMALLER MEETING ROOM, PARKING AND OUTSIDE SPACE.
Welfare Of Aged Persons, Rest Centre
LeisureProvision of cultural, educational, recreational & communal facilities for all ages.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many recreation leisure charities are there in the UK?
There are 4,072 registered recreation leisure charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the recreation 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 recreation leisure charities?
Recreation 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 recreation leisure charities?
Across all recreation 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 recreation leisure charities?
Recreation 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.