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The Institute For Outdoor Learning

Also known as: Iol

IOL provides a wide range of CPD in the form of conferences, workshops, mentoring and publications for outdoor learning practitioners.IOL providers forums to develop and disseminate good practice in a wide range of disciplines within outdoor learning.IOL publishes a practitioner journal authored by practitioners (Horizons) and a separate research journal (JAEOL)

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Activities & Mission

IOL provides a wide range of CPD in the form of conferences, workshops, mentoring and publications for outdoor learning practitioners.IOL providers forums to develop and disseminate good practice in a wide range of disciplines within outdoor learning.IOL publishes a practitioner journal authored by practitioners (Horizons) and a separate research journal (JAEOL)

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

Latest Income
£247,496
Latest Expenditure
£309,566

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 125.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 125.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£247,496
£309,5660 / 50
2023
£262,928
£284,3990 / 50
2022
£255,714
£238,2860 / 30
2021
£226,325
£184,7410 / 40
2020
£240,259
£224,1870 / 60

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Institute For Outdoor Learning

What does The Institute For Outdoor Learning do?

IOL provides a wide range of CPD in the form of conferences, workshops, mentoring and publications for outdoor learning practitioners.IOL providers forums to develop and disseminate good practice in a wide range of disciplines within outdoor learning.IOL publishes a practitioner journal authored by practitioners (Horizons) and a separate research journal (JAEOL)

How much income did The Institute For Outdoor Learning report in 2024?

The Institute For Outdoor Learning reported total income of £247k and reported expenditure of £310k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Institute For Outdoor Learning registered as a charity?

The Institute For Outdoor Learning was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 October 2012 as charity number 1149420. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs The Institute For Outdoor Learning?

The Institute For Outdoor Learning 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 The Institute For Outdoor Learning operate?

The Institute For Outdoor Learning operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Institute For Outdoor Learning a registered charity?

Yes — The Institute For Outdoor Learning is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149420.

Details

Address
WARWICK MILL
WARWICK BRIDGE
CARLISLE
CA4 8RR
Registration Date
22 October 2012
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5021546
Charity Number
1149420

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Trustees

Andrew William Robinson
Also governs 1 other charity
Brian Kitson
Daniel Jason Cook
Heather Caryl Crawford
James Whittaker
Also governs 1 other charity
Louise Edwards
Also governs 1 other charity
MARK LAVINGTON
Also governs 1 other charity
MIKE KING
Nick O'Loughlin
Steven John Randles

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Iol

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14 May 2026
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