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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Shirland Village Hall Management Committee
Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareCommunity centre for the use of people of the Parish of Shirland & Higham without distinction of political/religious/race/gender etc for recreation and leisure with the object of improving conditions and quality of life. Fund raising, hiring hall out (with a discount for Parishioners to make it affordable to everyone. ) Running groups for young and old and organizing social events.
The Rachel Fowler Centre Association
LeisureMaintain and manage the Rachel Fowler Centre for the provision of facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure-time occupation for the inhabitants of Melksham and neighbourhood.
Somerford Keynes Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureThe provision and maintenance of a village hall for the use of the inhabitants of the parish of Somerford Keynes and the neighbourhood thereof, 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.
Probus 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.
Great Dunham Amenities Committee
Charity and VCS support, Facilities, LeisureRuns the village hall and maintains the community park and childrens play areas for the benefit of the local and wider community. Supports a number of user groups (eg childrens activities & exercise classes), fundraising activities (eg quiz nights) and private hire. The new Hall opened in December 2010 enabling the scope of activities provided for Great Dunham and neighbouring villages to expand.
Warkworth War Memorial Hall
Facilities, Heritage, LeisureProvide a recreational and functional facility for all the groups and organisations within the local area.
Hoxne Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureProvides facilities for the community to support a range of local functions such as Pre-School and, local community clubs (Gardening, Badminton, Choir), weddings, funeral teas and other gatherings. The Village Hall is also a venue for educational and recreation activities, Ballroom Dancing /Salsa/Yoga/Spanish classes and hosts theatrical performances by amateur dramatic groups.
Heather Recreation Ground
Facilities, LeisureThis area is held by the Parish Council in trust for the provision of and maintenance of a recreation ground or playing field and any building on the site for recreational, leisure and educational activities for all residents in district for the benefit of all without discrimination.The hall, built in 2016, is being used by all sections of the community for various events and activities
Brandeston Recreation Ground And Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureTo successfully operate and manage the Village Hall and Recreation Ground facilities with a view to providing the local community with activities and social opportunities. These are aimed at all sectors of the community.
Twinberrow Foundation
Facilities, LeisureMaintaining Twinberrow Woods as a natural woodland for the recreation of the people
Hurley Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureProvision and maintenance of a village hall for the use of the inhabitants of Hurley without distinction of political, religious or other opinions, including use for meetings, lectures and classes, and other forms of recreation and leisure-time occupation, to improve the conditions of life for the said inhabitants. The hall is also hired to third-parties for meetings, classes and celebrations.
Tunbury Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureA village hall, for the use of the local community within Kent without distinction of political, religious or other opnions. Including use for meetings, lectures, classes and other forms of recreation and leisure time occupation with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants.
University Of The Third Age (south East London)
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureU3A (S.E. London) advances the education of older people no longer in employment in S.E. London. We provide recreational activities and facilities for these with the object of improving people's interest in, and enjoyment of life. We are a self-help group.
Hillwerke Recreational Trust
Facilities, Leisurevillage hall providing facilities for the local community
Recreation Ground For Children
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureYouth club, sports facilities etc for young people
The Bradmore Community Association
Associations, LeisureProvides facilities for recreation for groups to meet on a regular or occasional basis. 38 various activities
Apperley Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Facilities, LeisureProvide/maintain a facility for local activities: eg Clubs for Children/Young People:Recreational/Learning activities eg Art; Bowls, Dancing, Pilates, Sports U3A; Yoga, others:Entertainments & parties:Social - eg Senior Citizen's Luncheon Clubs:Used by Groups - eg Apperley Cricket Club; Deerhurst & Apperley School PTFA; Apperley AFCParish- Parish Council Meetings; Annual Parish Assembly
The William Blake Memorial Hall
Facilities, LeisureA village hall for the use of the inhabitants of south Petherton and neighbourhood in the county of Somerset 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.
Whitchurch Parish Hall
Facilities, LeisureThe provision of the hall for all inhabitants of Whitchurch and neighbourhood for meetings, lectures, classes and other forms of recreation and leisure time activities.
Rimpton Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureRun, operate & maintain Rimpton Village Hall in order to offer recreational/sporting facilities for the local community.
Royden Hall
Beneficiary group, LeisureThe hall is becoming popular for christenings and parties for young children, which has increased our income. Recreational activities continue, with the regular user groups.
Brighstone Reading Rooms & Social Club
Associations, Facilities, LeisureRecreational Activities
Doddington Recreation Committee (clapham Common) Club
LeisureThe field is used by the following clubs;-? cricket, football. Other events organised by the committee vary from quiz nights to race evening and themed nights. Bingo nights are held on a regular basis and, this aside the pavilion is let out to various organisations and private functions at a nominal rate.
Scot Hay Social Centre And Recreation Ground
Facilities, LeisureThe charity provides a recreation field for the playing of sports and public open space for recreation by the residents of Scot Hay and the General public. We also provide a building and facilities for various recreational and social uses by the residents of Scot Hay and the General public.
Duckmanton Miners Welfare Centre
Arts, Facilities, Health, Leisure, ProfessionsWe provide facilities for members of the Centre to participate in the purchase of alcohol and the various recreational pursuits available in the Centre. We also have a large screen television for enhanced viewing by the members.
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.