Leisure Charities
Discover 7,074 Leisure charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Cobridge Community Multi Cultural Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe Cobridge Community Multicultural Association (CCMA) serve it`s community by recognising the social, welfare and education needs within Stoke and the West Midlands. We also provide a range of activities to support the elderly, BMEs and young people in our local community; Luncheon Club, Keep Fit for the elderly, Carnival & Salsa Dance, Caribbean cooking classes and a range of training course.
Bournemouth Unit 49 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Armed forces, Associations, LeisureBuilt on the ethos and standards of the Royal Navy, Sea Cadet training focuses on water sports and seamanship (carried out on a local river, the sea, adjacent naval establishments) and soldiering skills for Royal Marine Cadets. Cadets can also take national awards such as the Duke of Edinburgh or even attain accredited qualifications in navigation, communication and management.
King George's Field, Raydon
Facilities, LeisureProvision of a community hall for use by local clubs, societies and the general public for social, recreational and educational purposes.Provision & maintenance of open space including playing field & play equipment, together with sports changing facilities.
Rushbury Village Hall
Facilities, Leisureto provide recreational and educational opportunities for local people as well as a meeting place and other associated activities
Osprey
Charity and VCS support, LeisureFund raising through events eg dinner dances, speakers, golf and other social occasions and by donations.
University Of The Third Age In Kennet (wiltshire)
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureOur charity is democratic, self funded and a self managed organisation which exists to provide education & leisure activities for men & women, no longer in full time employment. Activities are organised entirely by members who both learn from & teach each other. At present nearly 70 groups meet to discuss & learn about a wide variety of subjects.
The Nether Heyford Village Hall
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureProvide a venue for village social, cultural and educational activities, also available for private hire, parties & wedding receptions. Indoor bowls, Heyford Choir, Martial arts club, Film evenings, Pensioners Meals, Various keep fit classes, Women's Institute meetings, Garden Club & Flower club.
Stanground Community Association
Arts, Associations, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureThe Community Centre is available for all different Activities which include Bowls, Whist,Line Dancing,Keep Fit Classes and pre school it is also available for weekend hire for functions such as Weddings and birthday parties. We also have a meeting room.
Charlton Recreational Centre
Facilities, LeisureVillage hall and sports recreational
Kidmore End Pre-School
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureKidmore End Pre-school provides sessional daycare for pre-school age children. Activities include counting, singing, stories, French and free play, both outside and inside the Parish Room.This year we took the children on a trip to Legoland. We also provided entertainment for the children at the Christmas and Summer parties.
1st Wootton Bassett Scout Group
Associations, LeisureScouting Skills/camping/ Hiking/ Orienteering/ Knotting / self respect.General respect for others
Weybourne Village Hall
Charity and VCS support, Facilities, LeisureThe village hall is a centre for social, sporting and fundraising activities.
1st Wymondham Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureActivities provided for young people including camping, survival skills, craft activities, shared events with other groups, cooking, first aid and many other activities.
The Wardington Memorial Hall
Facilities, LeisureWardington Memorial Hall & Cricket Ground. Provision of a space and facilities for local community recreational activities.
Berkshire Outdoor Education Trust Limited
Charitable activities, Education, LeisureMaking grants to schools to pursue outdoor education activities
Bentley Social Welfare Centre And Recreation Ground
Facilities, Leisure, ProfessionsTo provide and encourage for the benefit of the miners and ex-miners a social and well being in the community and for recreation.
Recreation Hut
Facilities, LeisureProvision of Village Hall facilities for the benefit of the local community.
Metheringham Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureProvision of hall for use by local population and organisations for meetings, social gatherings, sport, rehearsals, performances and education. Facilities include: one large meeting hall and a smaller annexe, stage with curtains, lighting and dressing rooms; two kitchens; disabled access; toilets; hearing loop; car park. Entrance lobby with access to fenced off outside area and car park.
Llanfair Caereinion Public Hall
Arts, Associations, Economic and community development, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureLlanfair Caereinion Public Hall & Institute is a community resource for the whole town and surrounding villages. Activities inc. library, polling station, WI, Merched y Wawr, Homely Club, Historical Soc., indoor bowls, pilates, yoga, choir, Welsh, Young Farmers, dance, drama, recording studio, concerts, Llanfair carnival, Christmas lights, wedding receptions, funeral teas, parties, etc.
The Merlin Trust
Arts, Facilities, LeisureThe aim of the Trust is to give financial assistance to keen young horticulturists, and those new to horticulture, enabling them to further their knowledge of plants in the wild, or in gardens. This study could take any of the following forms - photography, painting, written observations, seed collecting or help with conservation projects, especially involving garden plants.
Waterhouses And District Young Farmers Club
Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Leisurethe charity provides education activities, social and sporting activities for under 25 year olds in this rual communty. It also fund raises for club activities and for other charities
Copeman Centre
LeisureTo provide building & facilities for local groups & people for meetings, parties & recreational functions.
Wharncliffe Woodmoor Miners' Welfare Scheme
Facilities, Leisure, ProfessionsRECREATION GROUND FOR PROVIDING FACILITIES FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING AND RECREATION
Luton Unit 226 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Associations, LeisureThe sea cadets provides educational and recreational activities to youngsters between 10-18 yrs. They are taught life skills such as catering, communications, computer skills, mechanical engineering and all aspects of boating skills.
St Andrew's (sutton Park) Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Facilities, LeisureSt Andrews Community Centre within walking distance of a large local estate, next to the local Primary School.The Centre has a small facility but is well used by childrens activities, Pilates and Yoga groups, WW and Womens Institute meetings and Karate, for local community groups and children party hire.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many leisure charities are there in the UK?
There are 7,074 registered leisure charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the 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 leisure charities?
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 leisure charities?
Across all 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 leisure charities?
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.