The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity
Also known as: Merlin's Magic Wand
Merlin's Magic Wand supports children facing challenges of serious illness, disability or adversity. The Charity believes that every child deserves to laugh, enjoy and cherish memorable experiences and its mission is to enable them to access the magic of Merlin Entertainments.
Activities & Mission
Merlin's Magic Wand supports children facing challenges of serious illness, disability or adversity. The Charity believes that every child deserves to laugh, enjoy and cherish memorable experiences and its mission is to enable them to access the magic of Merlin Entertainments.
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 68% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 43% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 39% 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
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 | £2,442,343 | £2,493,566 | £2,412,045 | £462,215 | £455,665 | 13 / 57 |
| 2023 | £1,704,771 | £1,607,054 | £1,506,952 | £524,835 | £504,887 | 11 / 145 |
| 2022 | £1,301,203 | £1,403,902 | £1,300,388 | £431,855 | £368,197 | 11 / 3 |
| 2021 | £796,409 | £735,089 | £630,645 | £531,256 | £471,729 | 9 / 0 |
| 2020 | £681,768 | £522,848 | £446,453 | £475,220 | £418,548 | 8 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity
What does The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity do?
Merlin's Magic Wand supports children facing challenges of serious illness, disability or adversity. The Charity believes that every child deserves to laugh, enjoy and cherish memorable experiences and its mission is to enable them to access the magic of Merlin Entertainments.
How much income did The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity report in 2024?
The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity reported total income of £2.44m and reported expenditure of £2.49m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity?
The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity has a program ratio of 98.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 68% 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 Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity registered as a charity?
The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 May 2008 as charity number 1124081. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity?
The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity operate?
The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity operates across 26 areas, including Australia, Austria, Belgium and 23 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Merlin Magic Wand Children's Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1124081.
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255 Blackfriars Road
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- 14 May 2026
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