Ruddi's Retreat
Ruddi's Retreat is a growing charity that helps families affected by Cancer or life limiting illnesses. We send families on holiday to one of our beautiful caravans situated at the 5 Star caravan park at Primrose Valley.In 2016 Gwennie's Getaways was launched under the Ruddi's Retreat umbrella. Families affected by Dementia can also enjoy a respite break.All applications are welcome.
Activities & Mission
Ruddi's Retreat is a growing charity that helps families affected by Cancer or life limiting illnesses. We send families on holiday to one of our beautiful caravans situated at the 5 Star caravan park at Primrose Valley.In 2016 Gwennie's Getaways was launched under the Ruddi's Retreat umbrella. Families affected by Dementia can also enjoy a respite break.All applications are welcome.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 10% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 6% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £694,678 | £488,464 | £176,090 | £287,714 | £0 | 12 / 20 |
| 2024 | £422,232 | £455,441 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £407,811 | £462,782 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £462,782 | £437,782 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2021 | £382,193 | £316,967 | 0 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about Ruddi's Retreat
What does Ruddi's Retreat do?
Ruddi's Retreat is a growing charity that helps families affected by Cancer or life limiting illnesses. We send families on holiday to one of our beautiful caravans situated at the 5 Star caravan park at Primrose Valley.In 2016 Gwennie's Getaways was launched under the Ruddi's Retreat umbrella. Families affected by Dementia can also enjoy a respite break.All applications are welcome.
How much income did Ruddi's Retreat report in 2025?
Ruddi's Retreat reported total income of £695k and reported expenditure of £488k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Ruddi's Retreat?
Ruddi's Retreat has a program ratio of 25.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Ruddi's Retreat registered as a charity?
Ruddi's Retreat was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 February 2012 as charity number 1146035. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Ruddi's Retreat?
Ruddi's Retreat is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ruddi's Retreat operate?
Ruddi's Retreat operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ruddi's Retreat a registered charity?
Yes — Ruddi's Retreat is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1146035.
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HUDDERSFIELD
HD7 5TG
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