The Boathouse Youth
Also known as: The Boathouse Youth Limited, The Bhy
The Boathouse Youth is a Children's Charity based in Blackpool that provides positive recreational and educational activities for children and young people Aged 5 - 17. Our activities are categorised into three departments: Centre Based (within our Youth Centre); Detached & Outreach (on the streets and in the local schools) and Activities & Residential.
Activities & Mission
The Boathouse Youth is a Children's Charity based in Blackpool that provides positive recreational and educational activities for children and young people Aged 5 - 17. Our activities are categorised into three departments: Centre Based (within our Youth Centre); Detached & Outreach (on the streets and in the local schools) and Activities & Residential.
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 19% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 28% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,892,788 | £1,482,348 | £1,381,325 | £778,398 | £778,398 | 72 / 20 |
| 2023 | £1,048,476 | £1,234,572 | £1,193,952 | £367,958 | £324,073 | 60 / 40 |
| 2022 | £1,081,544 | £987,381 | £940,449 | £554,054 | £508,828 | 48 / 40 |
| 2021 | £1,073,626 | £733,766 | £689,119 | £459,891 | £438,989 | 16 / 40 |
| 2020 | £505,673 | £476,349 | £287,950 | £120,031 | £108,261 | 12 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Boathouse Youth
What does The Boathouse Youth do?
The Boathouse Youth is a Children's Charity based in Blackpool that provides positive recreational and educational activities for children and young people Aged 5 - 17. Our activities are categorised into three departments: Centre Based (within our Youth Centre); Detached & Outreach (on the streets and in the local schools) and Activities & Residential.
How much income did The Boathouse Youth report in 2024?
The Boathouse Youth reported total income of £1.89m and reported expenditure of £1.48m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Boathouse Youth?
The Boathouse Youth has a program ratio of 73.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 19% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Boathouse Youth registered as a charity?
The Boathouse Youth was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 October 2012 as charity number 1149320. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Boathouse Youth?
The Boathouse Youth is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rahul Nath Moodgal. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Boathouse Youth operate?
The Boathouse Youth operates in Blackpool, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Boathouse Youth a registered charity?
Yes — The Boathouse Youth is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149320.
Details
All Saints Road
Blackpool
Lancashire
FY5 3AL
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Also Known As
- The Boathouse Youth Limited
- The Bhy
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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