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Leisure Studies Association

The LSA, established in 1975, provides a unique multi-disciplinary meeting and communication forum for researchers, practitioners & students involved in all areas of leisure studies and its many directly and indirectly related areas of interest.

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Activities & Mission

The LSA, established in 1975, provides a unique multi-disciplinary meeting and communication forum for researchers, practitioners & students involved in all areas of leisure studies and its many directly and indirectly related areas of interest.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Country

Financial Information

Latest Income
£30,979
Latest Expenditure
£34,810

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 112.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 112.4%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£30,979
£34,8100 / 8
2023
£23,675
£20,0590 / 5
2022
£15,249
£10,1720 / 5
2021
£14,530
£14,2920 / 5
2020
£20,311
£8,7270 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Leisure Studies Association

What does Leisure Studies Association do?

The LSA, established in 1975, provides a unique multi-disciplinary meeting and communication forum for researchers, practitioners & students involved in all areas of leisure studies and its many directly and indirectly related areas of interest.

How much income did Leisure Studies Association report in 2024?

Leisure Studies Association reported total income of £31k and reported expenditure of £35k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Leisure Studies Association registered as a charity?

Leisure Studies Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 May 1987 as charity number 294997. It has been registered for 39 years.

Who runs Leisure Studies Association?

Leisure Studies Association is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Leisure Studies Association operate?

Leisure Studies Association operates in Scotland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Leisure Studies Association a registered charity?

Yes — Leisure Studies Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 294997.

Details

Address
University Of The West Of Scotland
High Street
PAISLEY
Renfrewshire
PA1 2BE
Registration Date
14 May 1987
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
294997
Charity Number
294997

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Trustees

Dr Briony Sharp
Dr Caroline Scarles

Sectors & Classifications

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