Play Torbay
Over 9,000 individual activities delivered to over 3,057 individual children and young people age 4-19 in one year.Resulting in over 22,000 individual play opportunities. 89.7% of these children are marginalised in some way: looked after, young carers, disabled, low income, families with complex needs.BUT when they're with us they're not wearing labels ? they just love to PLAY and have fun!
Activities & Mission
Over 9,000 individual activities delivered to over 3,057 individual children and young people age 4-19 in one year.Resulting in over 22,000 individual play opportunities. 89.7% of these children are marginalised in some way: looked after, young carers, disabled, low income, families with complex needs.BUT when they're with us they're not wearing labels ? they just love to PLAY and have 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.
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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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £398,446 | £464,144 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £375,754 | £427,969 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £318,933 | £354,143 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £353,004 | £352,042 | 0 / 41 | |||
| 2021 | £361,853 | £315,888 | 0 / 41 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Play Torbay
What does Play Torbay do?
Over 9,000 individual activities delivered to over 3,057 individual children and young people age 4-19 in one year.Resulting in over 22,000 individual play opportunities. 89.7% of these children are marginalised in some way: looked after, young carers, disabled, low income, families with complex needs.BUT when they're with us they're not wearing labels ? they just love to PLAY and have fun!
How much income did Play Torbay report in 2025?
Play Torbay reported total income of £398k and reported expenditure of £464k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Play Torbay registered as a charity?
Play Torbay was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 August 2010 as charity number 1137551. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Play Torbay?
Play Torbay is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Play Torbay operate?
Play Torbay operates in Torbay, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Play Torbay a registered charity?
Yes — Play Torbay is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137551.
Details
Rowan Way
BRIXHAM
Devon
TQ5 0SB
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