Play England
Play England is the national children's play charity for England. Play England works to support better play opportunities for children and young people throughout England, based on the child's right to play set out in in Article 31 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Activities & Mission
Play England is the national children's play charity for England. Play England works to support better play opportunities for children and young people throughout England, based on the child's right to play set out in in Article 31 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2023.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £11,121 | £13,996 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Play England
What does Play England do?
Play England is the national children's play charity for England. Play England works to support better play opportunities for children and young people throughout England, based on the child's right to play set out in in Article 31 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
How much income did Play England report in 2023?
Play England reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £14k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Play England registered as a charity?
Play England was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 December 2012 as charity number 1150216. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Play England?
Play England is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Karen Buck. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Play England operate?
Play England operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Play England a registered charity?
Yes — Play England is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1150216.
Details
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21 Sevier Street
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