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Obesity UK

Also known as: Hoop (uk) Limited, Help Overcoming Obesity Problems

Support and signposting for those who struggle with obesity.To be the voice of the person living with obesity so as to bring awareness to the issues surrounding obesity.To work with existing weight management bodies to improve servicesTo provide financial help to allow specific individuals to attend weight management services.

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Activities & Mission

Support and signposting for those who struggle with obesity.To be the voice of the person living with obesity so as to bring awareness to the issues surrounding obesity.To work with existing weight management bodies to improve servicesTo provide financial help to allow specific individuals to attend weight management services.

Grants

Obesity UK makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£50,301
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people and other defined groups
What it supports
the advancement of health or the saving of lives

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£33,371
Latest Expenditure
£50,301

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 150.7%
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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£33,371
£50,3010 / 20
2024
£87,500
£51,3220 / 20
2021
£12,319
£20,0750 / 18

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Obesity UK

What does Obesity UK do?

Support and signposting for those who struggle with obesity.To be the voice of the person living with obesity so as to bring awareness to the issues surrounding obesity.To work with existing weight management bodies to improve servicesTo provide financial help to allow specific individuals to attend weight management services.

How much income did Obesity UK report in 2025?

Obesity UK reported total income of £33k and reported expenditure of £50k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Obesity UK registered as a charity?

Obesity UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2013 as charity number 1150683. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs Obesity UK?

Obesity UK 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 Obesity UK operate?

Obesity UK operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Obesity UK a registered charity?

Yes — Obesity UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1150683.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
4 February 2013
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5032968
Charity Number
1150683

Trustees

Dr Paul Gately
Also governs 1 other charity
Lizzie Woods

Also Known As

  • Hoop (uk) Limited
  • Help Overcoming Obesity Problems
  • Obesity UK

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
2 November 2026
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