South West Coast Path Association
To secure the protection, improvement and conservation of the South West Coast Path and public access to it, in order to improve the health and well-being of the general public.To educate the general public to a greater knowledge of, respect and care for the coast and countryside, by promoting the South West Coast Path.
Activities & Mission
To secure the protection, improvement and conservation of the South West Coast Path and public access to it, in order to improve the health and well-being of the general public.To educate the general public to a greater knowledge of, respect and care for the coast and countryside, by promoting the South West Coast Path.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 74% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 28% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 25% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £922,549 | £1,021,062 | £941,407 | £491,873 | £442,230 | 12 / 175 |
| 2023 | £910,012 | £966,783 | £879,535 | £590,386 | £536,899 | 11 / 166 |
| 2022 | £644,891 | £731,077 | £634,971 | £647,157 | £147,740 | 9 / 77 |
| 2021 | £519,937 | £600,701 | £508,637 | £733,343 | £178,094 | 9 / 83 |
| 2020 | £539,922 | £498,443 | £320,662 | £814,107 | £169,219 | 8 / 89 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about South West Coast Path Association
What does South West Coast Path Association do?
To secure the protection, improvement and conservation of the South West Coast Path and public access to it, in order to improve the health and well-being of the general public.To educate the general public to a greater knowledge of, respect and care for the coast and countryside, by promoting the South West Coast Path.
How much income did South West Coast Path Association report in 2024?
South West Coast Path Association reported total income of £923k and reported expenditure of £1.02m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is South West Coast Path Association?
South West Coast Path Association has a program ratio of 102.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 74% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was South West Coast Path Association registered as a charity?
South West Coast Path Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 September 2015 as charity number 1163422. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs South West Coast Path Association?
South West Coast Path Association is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Hilary Jane Dinsdale. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does South West Coast Path Association operate?
South West Coast Path Association operates across 6 areas, including Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is South West Coast Path Association a registered charity?
Yes — South West Coast Path Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1163422.
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