Play Wales/chwarae Cymru
Play Wales is a charity that provides advice and guidance for all in Wales who have a responsibility for any environment where children and young people play. Play Wales upholds children's right to play and believes that freely chosen play is critical to human development. Play Wales works strategically to ensure that children have access to quality play provison in their communities.
Activities & Mission
Play Wales is a charity that provides advice and guidance for all in Wales who have a responsibility for any environment where children and young people play. Play Wales upholds children's right to play and believes that freely chosen play is critical to human development. Play Wales works strategically to ensure that children have access to quality play provison in their communities.
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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Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £606,983 | £650,115 | £650,115 | £567,899 | £311,006 | 7 / 0 |
| 2024 | £502,283 | £516,326 | £516,326 | £599,177 | £254,173 | 6 / 0 |
| 2023 | £850,203 | £781,019 | £781,019 | £683,220 | £295,164 | 8 / 0 |
| 2022 | £690,366 | £731,158 | £691,158 | £764,036 | £280,336 | 7 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,157,524 | £988,003 | £968,003 | £344,828 | £287,924 | 8 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Play Wales/chwarae Cymru
What does Play Wales/chwarae Cymru do?
Play Wales is a charity that provides advice and guidance for all in Wales who have a responsibility for any environment where children and young people play. Play Wales upholds children's right to play and believes that freely chosen play is critical to human development. Play Wales works strategically to ensure that children have access to quality play provison in their communities.
How much income did Play Wales/chwarae Cymru report in 2025?
Play Wales/chwarae Cymru reported total income of £607k and reported expenditure of £650k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Play Wales/chwarae Cymru registered as a charity?
Play Wales/chwarae Cymru was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 March 1998 as charity number 1068926. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Play Wales/chwarae Cymru?
Play Wales/chwarae Cymru is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Play Wales/chwarae Cymru operate?
Play Wales/chwarae Cymru operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Play Wales/chwarae Cymru a registered charity?
Yes — Play Wales/chwarae Cymru is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1068926.
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