Leisure Charities
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Revelstoke Community Trust
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, LeisureThe advancement of religion and education, assistance of the provision of facilities for recreation and other leisure time activities in the interests of Social Welfare, The relief of the Needy, the Sick and the Aged, and the support of any charitable purposes which the Trustees decide for the benefit of the community and inhabitants within the parish of Revelstoke (Devon).
Lewknor Parish Recreation Ground And Hall
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureVillage Hall and Recreation Ground for social, recreational, athletic and educational purposes. The Hall is used on a daily basis by the local pre-school and by other community groups (local school) on a semi-regular basis and is hired out for parties and events. The grounds and outdoor play area are used by the local community.
Thorndon Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureVillage Hall for the use of the inhabitants of Thorndon including use for meetings, lectures and classes and for other forms of recreation and leisure time occupations
East Butterwick Recreation Ground
Facilities, LeisureProvides buildings, facilities and open space for meetings, gatherings, social and sports events.
Great Shefford Village Hall
Arts, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureEducation/TrainingToddler/Pre School GroupArts/CultureSport/RecreationEnvironment/Conservation/HeritageEconomic/CommunityArts/Crafts/Yoga
The Basil Russell Trust Fund
Beneficiary group, LeisureThe Basil Russell Trust assists the youth of Rolvenden Kent and surrounding villages with their education, adventure, sport and personal development. We are able to make a wide range of payments but the applicant, be they an individual, club, charity or group, must directly benefit someone who fulfils both the youth and location criteria.
Chappel And Wakes Colne Village Hall
Associations, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareManaging and hiring of village hall for educational, recreational and social activities.
Islamic And Cultural Society Of Harrow
Beneficiary group, Leisure, ReligionSocial and educational activities for youths and families living in of Harrow and surrounding boroughs. sports and outdoor activities.
The Dorothy Bulkeley And Cheadle Village Lads' Charity
Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureAssisting young people under 25 years of age in professional, trade, occupational or trade activities, facilitating recreational or leisure activities of promoting educational pursuits. Persons must be either resident in or attended School in the former district of Gatley and Cheadle (31 March 1974)
Hockley Public Hall
Facilities, LeisureUse by public for the benefit of the people of Hockley and the surrounding area to increase education and for recreation facilities.
Wick Sports Ground
Associations, LeisureRunning of the Wick Sports Ground
Blakeney And District Recreation Centre
Beneficiary group, Facilities, LeisureCurrent activities include Keep Fit, Tai Kwon-Do, Kung Fu, Football Club, Luncheon Club, Over 60's Club, Saturday Bingo, Keep Fit Classes and Fitsteps (Strictly) Fitness, Company Meetings, Private parties and other social activies.
Stock Over 60's Club
Beneficiary group, LeisureProvides recreational facilities for elderly people
Newport Unit 251 Of The Sea Cadet Corps
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, LeisureA uniformed youth organisation which provides education, training and rewarding leisure time activities which can increase the practical and personal skills of our young people to carry them through into adulthood and future employment. We are open to all young people aged 10 - 18 years throughout Newport City and outlying areas. We are part of the Marine Society and Sea Cadet Corps.
Shaftesbury Youth Club
Beneficiary group, LeisureProvision of facilities for young peopleThe aim of the club is to help and educate young people through their leisure-time activities so to develp their physical, mental and spritual capacites so that they may mature and prosper as individuals and as members of society.To provide a fun safe place for young people to enjoy and acheive and be healthy.
Combs Village Hall Trust
Facilities, LeisureTO PROMOTE, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE INHABITANTS OF THE VILLAGE OF COMBS AND THE NEIGHBOURHOOD, WITHOUT DISTINCTION OF SEX, OR OF POLITICAL, RELIGIOUS OR OTHER OPINIONS, FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION, AND THE PROVISION OF FACILITIES IN THE INTERESTS OF SOCIAL WELFARE, FOR RECREATION AND LEISURE TIME, WITH THE SAID OBJECTIVE OF IMPROVING THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE FOR THE SAID INHABITANTS.
Playing Field And Recreation Ground
Facilities, LeisureProvision of Village Playing Fields and Associated Sports Facilities
Hogsthorpe Memorial Recreation And Playing Field
Childcare, Facilities, LeisureTo provide play area and changing rooms for football teams.
Shere Recreation Ground
Facilities, LeisureProvision of formal and informal recreational activities
Denby Institute And Recreation Ground
Facilities, Leisure, ProfessionsProvide a public hire facility for meetings, lectures, classes and physical exercise and training, and for other forms of recreation and leisure-time occupation, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants of the area of interest being the Parish of Denby.
Lea Valley University Of The Third Age
Education, LeisureContinuing training and education for persons either retired or semi-retired in areas such as arts/culture and sport/recreation.
Llechryd Village Hall
Facilities, LeisureCommunity Sports and Meetings
Abercrave And District Miners Welfare Institute And Recreation Ground
Facilities, Leisure, ProfessionsTO PROVIDE BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES FOR THE SOCIAL, WELFARE AND RECREATIONAL NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY.
Upside Down Sports Club
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfareA sports club for children and young adults in wheelchairs in Cambridgeshire aiming to offer new sporting and recreational opportunities for our members. The club aims to encourage fun and friendship, and hopes to promote independence and self-esteem amongst its members.
Loudwater Recreation Hall
Facilities, LeisureVILLAGE HALL
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.