The Barnet Recreational Trust
Donations to local community charities, including the development of youth rugby football.
Activities & Mission
Donations to local community charities, including the development of youth rugby football.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 8% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 197). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 13% of UK Leisure 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 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £375,337 | £118,193 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £158,766 | £419,096 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £8,486,609 | £356,080 | £296,851 | £8,591,736 | £8,591,736 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £75,993 | £72,151 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £98,130 | £34,922 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Barnet Recreational Trust
What does The Barnet Recreational Trust do?
Donations to local community charities, including the development of youth rugby football.
How much income did The Barnet Recreational Trust report in 2025?
The Barnet Recreational Trust reported total income of £375k and reported expenditure of £118k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Barnet Recreational Trust?
The Barnet Recreational Trust has a program ratio of 3.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Leisure charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 197 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Barnet Recreational Trust registered as a charity?
The Barnet Recreational Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 December 1982 as charity number 285974. It has been registered for 44 years.
Who runs The Barnet Recreational Trust?
The Barnet Recreational Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Barnet Recreational Trust operate?
The Barnet Recreational Trust operates in Barnet, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Barnet Recreational Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Barnet Recreational Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 285974.
Details
BROOKMANS PARK
HATFIELD
AL9 7BP
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- 30 July 2026
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