South Downs Leisure
TO PROVIDE OR ASSIST IN THE PROVISION OF BOTH INDOOR AND OUTDOOR FACILITIES IN THE INTERESTS OF SOCIAL WELFARE FOR RECREATION OR OTHER LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION OF INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE NEED OF SUCH BY REASON OF THEIR YOUTH, AGE, INFIRMITY OR DISABILITY, FINANCIAL HARDSHIP OR SOCIAL CIRCUMSTANCES OR TO THE PUBLIC AT LARGE WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THEIR CONDITIONS OF LIFE
Activities & Mission
TO PROVIDE OR ASSIST IN THE PROVISION OF BOTH INDOOR AND OUTDOOR FACILITIES IN THE INTERESTS OF SOCIAL WELFARE FOR RECREATION OR OTHER LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION OF INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE NEED OF SUCH BY REASON OF THEIR YOUTH, AGE, INFIRMITY OR DISABILITY, FINANCIAL HARDSHIP OR SOCIAL CIRCUMSTANCES OR TO THE PUBLIC AT LARGE WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THEIR CONDITIONS OF LIFE
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 33% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 33% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 27% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £11,500,741 | £10,695,198 | £10,112,529 | £3,261,885 | £3,261,295 | 486 / 26 |
| 2024 | £10,547,027 | £9,808,330 | £9,155,147 | £2,568,312 | £2,568,312 | 404 / 26 |
| 2023 | £8,269,610 | £8,035,425 | £7,474,426 | £1,273,502 | £1,233,273 | 366 / 30 |
| 2022 | £6,840,450 | £7,211,437 | £6,724,664 | £1,593,438 | £1,550,768 | 318 / 27 |
| 2021 | £4,871,477 | £4,191,692 | £3,993,990 | £1,603,857 | £1,569,242 | 295 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about South Downs Leisure
What does South Downs Leisure do?
TO PROVIDE OR ASSIST IN THE PROVISION OF BOTH INDOOR AND OUTDOOR FACILITIES IN THE INTERESTS OF SOCIAL WELFARE FOR RECREATION OR OTHER LEISURE TIME OCCUPATION OF INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE NEED OF SUCH BY REASON OF THEIR YOUTH, AGE, INFIRMITY OR DISABILITY, FINANCIAL HARDSHIP OR SOCIAL CIRCUMSTANCES OR TO THE PUBLIC AT LARGE WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THEIR CONDITIONS OF LIFE
How much income did South Downs Leisure report in 2025?
South Downs Leisure reported total income of £11.50m and reported expenditure of £10.70m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is South Downs Leisure?
South Downs Leisure has a program ratio of 87.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 33% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was South Downs Leisure registered as a charity?
South Downs Leisure was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 September 2015 as charity number 1163564. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs South Downs Leisure?
South Downs Leisure is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does South Downs Leisure operate?
South Downs Leisure operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is South Downs Leisure a registered charity?
Yes — South Downs Leisure is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1163564.
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- 14 May 2026
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