Leisure Charities That specialise in Recreation
Discover 4,072 Leisure charities that specialise in recreation. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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University Of The Third Age,liverpool Branch
Economic and community development, Education, LeisureLiverpool U3A, a branch of the University of the Third Age, is a self-help co-operative learning charity for people no longer in full time employment, using the knowledge, experience and skills of its members to organise specialist educational, creative and leisure interest groups and monthly general meetings with guest speakers.
The Tredegar Recreation Ground
Facilities, LeisureMaintain the recreation grounds in accordance with the objects of the charity and promote future use in the locality in accordance with the Authority's approved budget, resolutions and policies.
Rhondda Ward Old Age Welfare Association
Beneficiary group, LeisureRhondda ward old age meets once week;y on a Thursday afternoon where members meet and socialiseover a cupof tea/coffee. Sometimes we hold a quiz, bring & buy or play bingo. We hold a weekly raffle. members support other local events and we usually have some leisure trips throughout the year. The members are also members of the local 50+ forum supporting local isues affecting older person.
Sporle Children's Public Playing Field
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureTo hold the land under the recreation act of 1859. For the purposes of a childrens public playingfield and for the purpose of physical training and recreation for the children of the said parish and also for use by the adults of the said parish likewise as a public playing field.
Ashley Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Facilities, LeisureThe village hall is available for the use of all village residents and to people outside the village. Currently it is let on a regular basis for dancing classes, yoga classes, WI meets. We also organise entertainment such as music, theatre and other items of interest. The facility is available 7 days per week.
Chickerell Willowbed Hall
Facilities, LeisureTo provide recreational and leisure events for the community of Chickerell
Saltash Handicapped And Disabled Organisation
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, LeisureSocial and fund raising activities for the education, entertainment of members, their families and friends
Great Gidding Village Hall And Recreation Ground
Facilities, LeisureMaintaining the Village Hall and Recreation Ground
Hudswell Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureSport and Recreation - Village Hall
Carmel And District Welfare Club
LeisureTo provide recreation and leisure-time facilities for the local community.
21 Club Luton
Arts, Leisure, Social welfareOur objectives include providing recreational facilities for adults with learning disablities. Allowing members to socialise with their peers in an informal setting. Activities include bingo,darts,ball games & music to dance to.We encourage social interaction/ speech by conversation with peers & staff over a soft drink or a cup of tea & snack..We offer help & advice as required to members carers.
Mary Hughes Memorial Playing Fields
Facilities, LeisureProvision of Recreation /Sporting Facility for Local community
Hindon Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureProvision of Village Hall for the use of the inhabitants of the Parish of Hindon for meetings, lectures, classes and other forms of recreation and leisure-time occupation.
The Ernest Bailey Charity
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfareThe Charity is required to ensure that funds must be applied for the general benefit of the inhabitants of Matlock and district:-? For the relief of the aged and poor? For the relief of distress and sickness? To support facilities for recreation and other leisure time activities? To support educational facilities? In such other way as the Trustees think fit
Seaton Hirst Veterans'institute
Arts, Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfareProvides recreation for senior citizens in the form of somewhere to meet, play snooker, watch television, use library and socialise, generally over a cup of tea and light refreshment.Providing the opportunity to play competitive snooker or billiards, in the two local leagues with people of like age.
Littledean Community Association
Associations, LeisureTo provide facilities and encourage their use by members of the community for educational and recreational purposes
Fassage Hall And Recreation Ground
Facilities, LeisureTo provide sports, recreational and social facilities for the Parish of Lode and neighboring communities.
The Wells Community Association
Associations, LeisureTo promote the benefit of the inhabitants of the Wells Road and surrounding area without distinction of sex, or political, religious or other opinions, by associating the local authorities, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education, and to provide facilities for recreation and leisure time, with the object of improving conditions of life for said inhabitants.
The Somerset Playing Fields Association
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureTo help in the provision of playing fields for all sections of the community and in particular properly equipped children's playgrounds.To protect existing recreational land.To provide advice to individuals, voluntary organisations and local authorities on the acquisition, layout and use of playing fields.To encourage the fullest use of all recreational facilities.
Basildon Disabled Sports And Social Club
Associations, LeisureWe provide sport and recreational activities for disabled people within Basildon and District.
Leigh On Mendip Recreation Field Management Committee
Education, Environment, Facilities, LeisureThe main activity of this charity has for many years been to provide a recreation ground, used by the public, the local primary school and local football and cricket clubs, and for village events. We also host recycling facilities.
Lowther Parish Hall
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureChildren/Young people, Elderly/Old people, General public/mankind, Sport recreation.Organised through Management Committee, with election of Officers annually at ~AGM - Chair/Vice Chair/Secretary/Treasurer/Booking officer/Maintenance Officers etc.
6th Warrington (1st Thelwall) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureEducational and recreational activities for children from age 6 in Beaver, Cub and Scout sections.
Beauworth Parish Hall
Facilities, LeisureRecreational facility for Village and public use
Pewsham Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureMonthly meetings with women on various Educational and Recreational Subjects
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.