Leisure Charities
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Okehampton Community And Recreation Association
LeisureTo advance education and provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure-time occupation with the objectives of improving the conditions of life for all those living in the catchment area of the Charity.
Fitz Park
Facilities, LeisureThe Trust was formed in 1882 covering 28 acres of park land in central Keswick, Cumbria adjoining the river Greta. A new scheme was drawn in 1995 and management of the Parks is now the responsibility of Keswick Town Council as sole trustee.
Royal Lancashire Agricultural Society
Economic and community development, Leisure, ResearchEncouragement and General advancementof science and practice of agriculture and horticulture in the widest sense delivered through an annual show
Kew Community Trust
Economic and community development, LeisureKew Community Trust is a registered charity which runs The Avenue Club and The Avenue Halls in Kew. The Avenue Club is a vibrant daytime social and leisure club offering a range of classes, activities and events for those who wish to get the most out of retirement. The Avenue Halls provides a first-class venue and welcomes people of all ages for recreation, classes, meetings and private functions.
Weybourne Gymnastics Club
Beneficiary group, LeisureWe provide gymnastic classes for children and young people, including those with disabilities or special needs. We also provide training for young people wishing to become qualified coaches (British Gymnastics) or judges.
Georgeham Old Rectory Trust
LeisureProvide a Christian based conference and outdoor activity centre at an affordable level.
Kentish Town City Farm Limited
Beneficiary group, LeisureThe charity is an educational/recreational project providing services covering environmental and community education/sports and recreation/play and youth work/elderly and special needs
Fuel Allotment
Charitable activities, Leisure, Social welfareProvision of grants for the benefit of the inhabitants of the civil parish of Sunninghill. Purposes include (in order of priority) relief of poverty, relief of age or sickness, supporting recreational facilities and supporting educational facilities.
Letchworth Educational Settlement
LeisureTo provide a social centre for education and recreation open to all in a friendly, accessible and socially supportive atmosphere.
Plymouth Swallows School Of Gymnastics
Education, LeisureTHE PROVISION OF FACILITIES AND HIGH QUALITY GYMNASTIC COACHING AT ALL LEVELS
The Polonsky Foundation
Leisure, ResearchThe primary objectives of the Foundation are: to promote access to and dissemination of cultural heritage through support of major cultural and educational institutions; to support education and research in the humanities and social sciences; and to support excellence and innovation in the arts.
Divine Youth Association
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Religion, Research, Social welfare(1) Advance hindu religion and education and mental and moral improvement in the light of Vedic philosophy and culture. (2) Relieve need due to age, poverty and sickness. (3) Provide facilities for recreation for public benefit and welfare.
The Multiple Sclerosis Research And Relief Fund
Health, LeisureMS Research and Relief Fund supports MS groups in Morpeth, Jarrow, Durham, Berwick and Newcastle. We provide complementary therapies which are free of charge to people with MS and their primary carers, in addition we have accessible exercise classes, Tai Chi and a "fitness lounge" where people can use toning tables, MotoMed exercise machines and a vibrogym.
The Exeter Canal And Quay Trust Limited
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Heritage, LeisureThe preservation of land, buildings around the Canal and Quay Basin The promotion and encouragement of high standards of architecture The promotion of educational and cultural activities and support of community participation in any form of healthy recreation, including waterborne sportsThe education of the public about the historic trade passing through Canal and Quay.
The Barnet Recreational Trust
Beneficiary group, LeisureDonations to local community charities, including the development of youth rugby football.
The World Of Glass (st Helens) Limited
Charitable activities, Heritage, Leisure, ResearchTo educate the public generally in respect of science and technology with particular reference to the glass industry. To promote and advance public education by the maintenance of a museum to provide facilities for leisure-time occupation. To promote education in the sciences. To promote education in the arts and history
Derby West Indian Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Heritage, LeisureSocial, cultural and educational activities are undertaken by the Association and these include: Youth Club, Bowls, Dominoes, Darts, Board Games, Tai chi and Zumba.Supplementary Saturday School. Health Promotional events. Computer classes.Annual Derby Caribbean Carnival. Annual Summer Scheme.Black History month activities. Annual Youth Conference. Annual Christmas dinner.
North Paddington Youth Club
Animals, Arts, Beneficiary group, LeisureNPYC's facilities include a multi-purpose sports hall, gym, I.T. room, kitchen, lounge, music room, art room, sensory room & youth hall for activities such as pool, table tennis, and board games. Holiday programmes include flying lessons, go karting, quad biking, driving lessons, jet ski-ing, sky diving, horse riding, scuba diving, cable ski-ing, theatre trips & residential experiences.
Oxford Sail Training Trust
Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureWe provide the opportunity for adults and young people to go sailing at Farmoor Reservoir near Oxford. We teach sailing to both able and disabled young people.
Parkwood Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisurePWCA is primariliy set up to provide Social Welfare & Education activities within the Parkwood Area. This includes a number of activities such as; Pre-School Nursery, Dancing Classes, Keep Fit, Slimming Classes and a number of internal groups (such as Camera, Organ, Radio enthusiasts groups).
Brunswick Club Trust
Beneficiary group, LeisureTHE BUNSWICK CLUB IS A RECREATIONAL AND SPORTING CLUB FOR YOUNG PEOPLE, MAINLY BETWEEN THE AGES OF 8 AND 19.
The Aylsham Agricultural Show Association Limited
Economic and community development, Facilities, Leisure1) - To promote all aspects of agriculture, by education, other activities, and in particular by holding an annual agricultural show.2) - To promote the usage and improvements to Aylsham Recreation Ground.3) - Surplus proceeds to be distributed as agreed by the Council, to mainly local charitable causes, and other charitable institutions.
Beaufort Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Economic and community development, Education, Leisure, Social careGENERAL COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING PRE-SCHOOL; AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS; ALL DAY CARE FACILITIES, BINGO, KARATE, TAI CHI, BALLROOM, LATIN, DISCO DANCING, BALLET & TAP DANCING, VARIOUS KEEP FIT CLASSES, SLIMMING CLASSES, UNIVERSITY OF THIRD AGE GROUP PLUS MANY MORE.
Stockwell Park Estate Community Trust LTD
Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareTHE CHARITY RUNS A COMMUNITY CENTRE. A FREE INTERNET CAFE OPEN FROM 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM 7 DAYS A WEEK. ADVICE, GUIDANCE AND EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT ARE AVAILABLE. A RANGE OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES FOR RESIDENTS, HALL HIRE, AND TRAINING COURSES RUN DAILY. THE PROBATION HUB OPERATES FROM THE CENTRE TWO DAYS A WEEK. OUR COMMUNITY KITCHEN IS USED TO COOK DONATED FOOD FOR LOCAL PEOPLE WITH FOODBANK VOUCHERS
Alpine Garden Society
Arts, Facilities, LeisureTo promote an interest in all aspects of alpine plants, their cultivation in rock gardens and plant conservation in natural habitats. We are a membership organisation, publish a quarterly Journal for members, operate a seed exchange, make awards available for horticultural study, operate botanical tours for members to see plants in their natural habitats and publish alpine plant information.
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.