Leisure Charities
Discover 7,074 Leisure charities. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
33rd Norwich Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureProviding activities for boys and girls 5 - 18 in Scouting Activities Camping, cooking first aid etc.
New Milton And District Community Association
Arts, Associations, LeisureART, BRIDGE, CRAFTS, DISCUSSION GROUPS, LANGUAGES, POETRY, TABLE TENNIS, BOWLS, SCRABBLE, DANCING, LITERATURE, LUNCH CLUB
Indian Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureElderly Luncheon ClubOfsted registered After School ClubHealth & Fitness ClassesCultural Activities including Music and Dance Workshops and Classes, Mother tongue Classes
Chorlton Good Neighbours
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Heritage, LeisureChorlton Good Neighbours recruits local volunteers to help support older people in Chorlton , Chorlton Park and Whalley Range. Services include transport , visiting and 1-1 support, small DIY and other practical jobs. The group also runs weekly exercise sessions for over 65's, coffee mornings, singing, history, drama , Art ,positive living and gardening groups as well as regular day trips/parties.
United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association
Armed forces, LeisureThe UKPSA advances the amateur sport of practical shooting and dynamic marksmanship through instruction and practice in the use of firearms in competition. It develops shooting skills in His Majesty's subjects so that they are better fitted to serve their country in the Armed Forces, Territorial Army or any other organisation in which their services may be required in the defence of the realm.
St. Faith's Community And Youth Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social welfareThe provision of facilities for education, leisure and social activities for the inhabitants of the parish of St Faith's, North Dulwich
Chagford Recreational Trust
LeisureThe Charity's objectives are to promote and provide facilities for recreation or other leisure time occupation in the interests of social welfare in the parishes of Chagford, Gidleigh, Throwleigh and Drewsteignton - for both residents and visitors.We maintain facilities for Football, Cricket, Tennis, Netball and Swimming and support a range of other activities
Gloucestershire Aviation Collection
Heritage, Leisureto preserve the aeronautical heritage of Gloucestershire for the benefit of the public and to exhibit to members of the public materials related to flying, the air and space industry and its associated technology by means of the establishment and maintenance of an aviation museum and other permanent and temporary exhibitions
Midland Sports Centre For The Disabled Trust Limited
LeisureThe overall objective is to provide and maintain facilities for the recreation and other leisure time occupation of disabled and able-bodied persons.
Beech Hurst Gardens Charity
Facilities, LeisureThe provision and maintenance of a public park for the enjoyment of the inhabitants of Haywards Heath and Mid Sussex District.
Doncaster Danum Scouts
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureThe organisation has numerous activities for youth from 6 years of age to 18 years. These include outdoor games and skills, like camping/cooking/nature/responsibility/ plus many indoor crafts and skills,
Broomfield Village Hall Charity
Facilities, LeisureSport/recreational activities
The Letchworth Civic Trust
Economic and community development, Education, Facilities, LeisureThe charity distributes its annual income by way of grants or loans to individuals, schools, clubs and other organisations living or operating in LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY to support need in education, training, health, disability, the arts, sport and recreation.
Hockley And Hawkwell Day Centre
Beneficiary group, Health, Housing, Leisure, Saving of lives, Social careFrom our own premises we provide a meeting place for the benefit of the people of Hockley and Hawkwell aged 55 or over. Freshly cooked lunches, light refreshments and afternoon entertainment are available, 4 days a week, Monday to Thursdays. We have our own modified ambulance to collect and return the disabled and elderly to their homes.
Hyson Green Youth Club
Beneficiary group, LeisureEDUCATION, LEISURE, SPORT AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT OF YOUNG PEOPLE. YOUTH CLUB ACTIVITIES TARGETTING 13-19 YEAR OLDS. COMMUNITY ACITVITIES, ADVICE AND CAPACITY BUILDING. ROOM, OFFICE AND SPACE HIRE. TARGETTED SERVICES FOR BME YOUTH AND COMMUNITIES.
Whiteparish Memorial Trust
Beneficiary group, LeisureThe charity provides sport and recreational facilities on the Whiteparish Memorial Ground, Whiteparish, Salisbury, Wilts, for the general public and children and young people.
Coldwell Inn Project
LeisureTo provide a residential setting which allows the development of social functioning skills of physically and/or mentally disabled persons, encourage user groups to develop community and/or sporting interests, stimulate the positive use of local facilities for legitimate activities and interest.
Vauxhall Gardens Community Centre
Associations, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareto promote for the benefit of the inhabitants of the triangle in a common effort to advance education, relieve poverty, sickness and distress, further health 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 of for the said inhabitants and work with other charities.
Shardlow Village Hall
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareShardlow Village Hall serves as a hub for community activity, hosting a diverse range of events, meetings and activities. The venue offers a welcoming space for various local groups, such as fitness groups, playgroups, the WI, the local football club, and many more. It offers local residents of all ages a space to gather, socialise, and engage in a wide range of activities.
Lam Rim Buddhist Centre
Charity and VCS support, Education, Health, Leisure, ReligionSaturday workshops for the local community to participate in meditation, yoga etc.Visits from local schools and colleges for training sessions in Buddhist studies ranging from junior schools to postgraduate students.Participation in multi faith conferences.Weekend retreats and facilities for solitary retreats.Encouragement of volunteers to participate in various multi skill activities.
Huntingdon, Peterborough And Cambridge MS Therapy Centre LTD
Associations, Beneficiary group, Health, LeisureWe are a self help group originally set up to offer advice, support and therapies to people with Multiple Sclerosis and their families in Cambridgeshire and the surrounding area. The Centre now welcomes anyone who could benefit from our services. Our aim is to improve the life of anyone affected by MS or any other neurological condition. We also cater for people with sports injuries.
The Farnborough Air Sciences Trust
Arts, Heritage, Leisure, ResearchPlease see attached report. Main activities remain: Safeguarding Farnborough's unique aviation heritage. Displaying and archiving a world-class artifact, photo, film, report collection. Conserving historic buildings and large aviation exhibits. Running a museum. Providing facilities and inspiration for future generations.
Monmouthshire Show Society Limited
Economic and community development, LeisureAdvancement of agriculture, horticulture, forestry and conservation in Wales.
The Cranham Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, LeisureThe Community Association is open 6 days a week. We provide activities for the local and surrounding areas. This includes a pre-school, dance classes, art groups, computer classes, yoga, karate, a library and many more classes. It is a fiendly place to come and meet people of all ages and abilities, somewhere for the whole community to enjoy.
Elton Community Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Facilities, LeisureWe are a Community Centre in the village of Elton, Cheshire, providing local and surrounding areas with a dance hall, stage and surrounding rooms for private parties, dance school, keep fit activities and other social gatherings, all supported by volunteers.
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.