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Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library

Our 2 toy libraries are a resource open to any families, groups or individuals involved in providing daycare for children of all abilities, backgrounds and ages. We have an online booking system for lending out high quality toys, games and resources, including ones for children with additional needs, which aim to promote development and learning through play and are fun!

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Activities & Mission

Our 2 toy libraries are a resource open to any families, groups or individuals involved in providing daycare for children of all abilities, backgrounds and ages. We have an online booking system for lending out high quality toys, games and resources, including ones for children with additional needs, which aim to promote development and learning through play and are fun!

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£37,229
Latest Expenditure
£27,572

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 74.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 74.1%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£37,229
£27,5720 / 6
2024
£25,306
£24,8840 / 6
2023
£18,728
£29,1210 / 4
2022
£24,810
£22,8080 / 4
2021
£21,118
£18,1450 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library

What does Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library do?

Our 2 toy libraries are a resource open to any families, groups or individuals involved in providing daycare for children of all abilities, backgrounds and ages. We have an online booking system for lending out high quality toys, games and resources, including ones for children with additional needs, which aim to promote development and learning through play and are fun!

How much income did Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library report in 2025?

Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library reported total income of £37k and reported expenditure of £28k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library registered as a charity?

Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 November 2003 as charity number 1100532. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library?

Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alex Allan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library operate?

Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library a registered charity?

Yes — Merry Go Round Toy & Leisure Library is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1100532.

Details

Address
1 Rock Cottages
Church Road
Whimple
Exeter
EX5 2SU
Registration Date
5 November 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4003320
Charity Number
1100532

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Trustees

Alex Allan Chair
ANDREA LOUISE BRISTOW
Faye Winsor
Helene Prestat
Joy Rogers
Kelly Allan
NICOLETTE JEFFREY

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