Leisure Charities
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Howard Watson Symington Memorial Charity
Beneficiary group, LeisureTo help the elderly, vulnerable and those on low income in Market Harborough and the Bowdens;To help in relieving misfortune and ill-health for local people;To help in improving the conditions of life for local people, with particular emphasis on social welfare, facilities for recreation and other leisure time occupation; andTo help in providing and supporting educational facilities
Threemilestone Community Centre
Facilities, LeisureTraditional Village Hall facility, provision of accomodation for sporting, social, entertainment, local goverment and educational activities.
Ashwick Village Hall And Recreation Ground
Facilities, Heritage, LeisureWe are a community facility that provides recreational & training facilities for local inhabitants and for specific groups, club & societies including:- Pilates, Yoga, Tai Chi, Indoor Bowls, Football, Gardening Club, History Group, Parish Council Meetings and also for private parties. As of Jan 2023, we also have a Community Cafe with good parking and high speed broadband/internet access.
Barney And Fulmodestone Playing Field
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, LeisureWe provide funding to run two playing fields in Barney and Fulmodestone respectively. Various children's play equipment is provided on both fields and also includes a pavilion at Barney which is used for various purposes such as a cricket club , meetings and social/community venue. All fund raising and management is undertaken on a voluntary basis by Trustees and a Management Committee.
Mursley Sports Association
Education, Facilities, LeisureProvision of sports facilities and activities for all ages in the village and surrounding areas.Facilities include: Award-winning full size football pitch. 2 Junior football pitches.Multi-User Games area for users and 3 local Village Schools. Community area.Annual Events:Village Coronation Sports DayAnnual Sports DinnerAnnual Fireworks DisplayAnnual Carols at Xmas Event
Shree Prajapati Association Bradford
Arts, Leisure, ReligionThe charity was established to enhance the Prajapati Community of Bradford and surrounding districts by providing communal facilities and promoting projects of a social, religious and educational nature.Religious - temple is open for twice daily and all Hindu festivals are celebrated.Social - Sports, keep fit classes, Mahila SamelanEducation - Mother tongue education provided on Sunday
The Ilchester Town Trust
Facilities, LeisureTo provide Town Hall and Sports facilities for the general use of the local residents
Joseph Clarke School Trust
Beneficiary group, Education, Health, LeisureTo provide such special benefits of any kind not normally provided by the Local Education Authority for Joseph Clarke School for the visually impaired of London E4 9PP. To educate and assist visually impaired young persons through their leisure time activities to develop their physical mental and spiritual capacities.
Great Parks Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureNHS/M.S. SOCIETY EXERCISE CLASSES, MEETINGS, LOCAL COMMUNITY EVENTS AND LOCAL COMMUNITY FACILITIES.TUCK SHOP, DA SUPPORT, ESSENTIALS SHOP/SOCIAL SUPERMARKET, PARENT-LED TODDLERS GROUP, AFTER SCHOOL DROP IN CLUB, COMMUNITY GARDEN, INFORMATION ADVICE AND GUIDANCE CLINICS, HOLIDAY FUN CLUBS, TORBAY COUNCIL POLLING STATION, NHS UNPAID CARERS INFORMATION POINT, TAI CHI CLASSES, COFFEE MORNING
Downham (wesley Halls) Community Association
Associations, Facilities, LeisureThe Association's objectives are to operate a Community Centre providing affordable space/premises for hire to the local people in pursuance of social welfare for recreation, education and leisure-time well-being in a safe and welcoming environment.
Over Community Association
Associations, LeisureProvides social, recreational, cultural and sporting facilities for the residents of Over and neighbouring villages.
The Hollis Recreation Ground
Facilities, LeisureFacilitates the enjoyment of the following sports;Cricket, Rugby, Football & Tennis. Provides open space for community events and recreation.
Victoria Park, Buckfastleigh
LeisureThe use and enjoyment by the inhabitants of Buckfastleigh and neighbourhood and the public generally of the Trust premises for the purpose of recreation and health.
Coxhoe Village Hall Association
Facilities, Leisure, Social welfareTo support the residents of Coxhoe & surrounding area by providing activities and facilities for recreation and leisure time occupation with the object of improving mental and physical wellbeing. The wide range of activities provides for all ages, interests and abilities and gives opportunities for exercise, social interaction and education; helping combat loneliness and social isolation.
The Maurice Jagger Centre For The Disabled And Elderly Of Calderdale
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Social careOur objectives are to promote the welfare of all ages and less able of Calderdale. We do that by providing a day centre for the purpose of recreation and other leisure time activities in the interest of social welfare and with the object of improving their physical and mental wellbeing.
Gurudwara Guru Teg Bahadhur (sikh Temple)
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Leisure, ReligionA PLACE OF WORSHIP FOR PERSONS PROFESSING SIKH FAITH. A MEETING PLACE FOR SADH SANGATAND PROMOTES EDUCATION & TRAINING,RELIEF OF PROVERTY,SPORTS /RECREATION TO THE SNAD SANGAT SIKH FAITH. HELPS CHILDREN / YOUNG PEOPLE & ELDERLY/OLD PEOPLE.MAKES GRANTS TO INDIDULAS TO THE SADH SANGAT SIKH FAITH PERSONS
T & M Greg Trust
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, Housing, LeisureOwnership and management of the Village Hall, the Village Hall Cottage, the Almshouses, the village allotments, The Copse, the Children's Play Area, the Recreation Ground and adjoining grazing field all in Westmill, Hertfordshire.
The Conygre Trust
Facilities, LeisureManagement of large Village Hall and Recreation Field
Sportability
Health, LeisureSportability provides sport and challenging pursuits for people with all forms of paralysis - spinal cord injury, stroke, M.S etc. Activities include micro-light flying, gliding, sailing, canoeing, quad-biking, archery, clay pigeon shooting, BloKart sailing, wheelchair tennis, falconry and more. Their credo is taking the 'dis' out of disability and to focus on ability.
Rotary Club Of Felixstowe Charitable Trust
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Health, LeisureFunds raised through Public Fun Run, Christmas Santa and Rudolf Collections, Boxing Night, Annual International Night ,Concerts and Club Members.Main beneficiaries were Save the Children, Fresh Start New Beginnings, Park Run UK, Felixstowe Dementia Action Allliance, Felixstowe Opportunities Group, ShelterBox Trust and The Rotary Foundation.Donations were also made to many local good causes.
University Of The Third Age Bromley
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureWe are a self help organisation offering members a chance to meet others and to use or increase their knowledge, skills and experience through a variety of opportunities. We have over 80 different study groups such as art, computers, local studies, theatre, travel, keep fit all run by the members for the members.
Bowburn Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, LeisureNational Certificates in English and Maths, computers for beginners. Tap and ballet, martial arts, drama for children.
Worcester Park And North Cheam Community Association
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, LeisureDRAMA, DANCE, FITNESS, TAEKWONDO, BADMINTON, SEQUENCE DANCING, WHIST DRIVE, PLAYGROUP, MUSICAL THEATRE, PILATES, YOGA
St Agnes Surf Life Saving Club
Leisure, Saving of livesTo protect against loss of life at sea through education, training and action.To represent and promote the sports of surf lifesaving and surfing in St Agnes.To encourage the safe enjoyment of the coastal enviroment.
The Boddington Village Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, LeisureThe main activity is hiring out the facilities for sports, recreation & wellbeing activities for all ages and abilities and holding fundraising & community events such as fireworks, film club, seniors Christmas lunch and the Friday cafe. Monies raised are used for running and improving the hall to ensure its maintenance, short and long term, for the benefit of the Boddingtons & surrounding areas
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.