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
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Lingwood Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureVillage Hall for the provision of facilities and recreation to the community.
The Stanley Turner Recreation Ground
Facilities, LeisureProvision and maintenance of the Stanley Turner Recreation Ground for the benefit of the public generally and especially the inhabitants of the District of Lewes in the County of East Sussex
Parkside Community Centre
Facilities, LeisureTo advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure time occupation with the object of improving the conditions of life for the inhabitants of the local neighbourhood.
The Laverton Institute
Facilities, LeisureProvision and maintenance of a Community Centre for the use of the inhabitants of the town of Westbury without distinction of political, religious or other opinions, including use for meetings, lectures or classes, and for other forms of recreation and leisure time occupation with the object of improving the condition of the life of the said inhabitants.
Milton Keynes Hindu Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Leisure, ReligionThe Charity aims to preserve and promote Hindu Culture. It provides Language and Dance classes for Children and Young people and organises religious and Cultural activities which it promotes in the wider community. It organises social and recreational activities for the Elderly. It raises funds for the establishment of a Hindu Community Centre in Milton Keynes.
The Aylesham And Snowdown Social Welfare Scheme
Associations, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareProvision of sports , cultural and social activities for the whole community.
Newton Abbot And District Recreational Trust Limited
LeisureTO PROVIDE SPORTS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC.
Aberaeron Secondary School District Swimming Pool And Recreational Project
Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureThe charity built a swimming pool in 1976 on the comprehensive school campus, since that time the charity has been responsible for the operation of the pool in the provision of swimming facilities both for teaching and recreational purposes. Special equipment is also available for use by disabled children and adults. During out of hours school time the swimming pool is always available for use by
Ault Hucknall Parish Community Association
Associations, Facilities, LeisureTo establish, maintain and manage a community centre to advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation an leisure time occupation with the object of improving the condition of life for the inhabitants of Ault Hucknall Parish and neighbourhood
The Margam Youth Activities Leisure Centre
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureMargam Youth Centre since 1982 has been the the Community Hub for Margam and surrounding areas. Providing leisure and sporting activities for all ages and disabilities."Building Friendships for life" , is our motto. Inclusion Football. Football , Rugby, Basketball, Coffee Mornings,Birthday Parties , Community get togethers , Youth Club, are a few examples of what we provide the community.
Shottermill Recreation Ground And Swimming Pool
Facilities, LeisureThe provision of recreational facilities for the area of Shottermill, Haslemere, Surrey
The Whitminster Village Hall And Playing Field Charity
Facilities, LeisureThe provision and maintenance of the facilities for the use of the inhabitants of the village of Whitminster and its surrounds for recreation and other leisure time occupations in the interest of social welfare, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said persons
Shireoaks Miners' Welfare Recreation Ground
Facilities, Leisure, ProfessionsProvision of institute and recreation ground
Newcastle Bangladeshi Association
LeisurePromote the benefit of the inhabitants of Newcastle upon Tyne and in particular people of Bangladeshi origin without distinction of sex, political, religious or other opinions, by associating together the said inhabitants and the local authorities, voluntary and other organisations in a common effort to advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation.
Bourne End (buckinghamshire) Community Association
Associations, Facilities, LeisureTo promote the benefit of the inhabitants of Bourne End & Wooburn without distinction of sex,sexual orientation,race or of political,religious or other opinions,by associating together with local authorities and organisations in a common effort to advance education and to provide facilities for social welfare, recreation and leisure-time occupation and to maintain and manage a Community Centre.
Millom Recreation Centre Limited
LeisureTo provide facilities for recreation, physical education or other leisure activites in Millom and the local area.
Barton Acorn Youth, Community And Sports Centre
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureTo promote use of the Centre as a community facility and resource for the social, leisure, and educational interests of all residents of Torbay and the surrounding area.
The New Mechanics Limited
LeisureTo promote the benefit of the inhabitants of the City of Nottingham and the neighbourhood thereof by the advancement of education and the the provision, in the intersts of social welfare and with the object of improving conditions of life, of facilities for recreation and other leisure-time occupation.
Trewoon Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureVILLAGE HALL
Schoenstatt Movement In England And Wales
Beneficiary group, Leisure, ReligionThe charity seeks to: Advance the Christian religion and religious education. Advance the education of young people by providing facilities for their recreation and leisure time, so that they may grow to maturity as responsible members of society. Promote the preservation of family life by providing education for the general public in accordance with the principles of the Christian faith.
Carway And District Welfare Association
Leisure, ProfessionsThe charity provides recreational ground and buildings for the people of the area.
Gresley Old Hall Community Welfare Centre
Beneficiary group, Facilities, Leisure, ProfessionsThe provision of a community centre and a youth centre and other facilities for recreation and other leisure-time occupation for the benefit of the inhabitants (and in particular, but not exclusively, such of the said inhabitants as are members of the mining community) of the area of benefit without distinction of political, religious or other opinions with the object of improving their lives.
Overton Recreation Centre
Facilities, LeisureProviders of facilities for sport and recreation in Overton and Ashe.ORC manages the grounds and buildings that are used by clubs and organizations.
Sedbergh Youth And Community Centre
Beneficiary group, Education, Facilities, LeisureTo help educate, support & empower people of all ages and backgrounds through their leisure time activities.
U3a In London
Education, LeisureProvision of educational and leisure activities for retired and semi-retired men and women.
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.