Activities & Mission
As per the Trust deed
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 1% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 216). How is this calculated?
Higher than 1% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 92% of UK Leisure 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 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 | £1,191,000 | £452,000 | £4,000 | £18,823,000 | £18,823,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £615,000 | £458,000 | £4,000 | £19,517,000 | £19,517,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,679,000 | £464,000 | £4,000 | £19,715,000 | £19,715,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,918,000 | £412,000 | £3,000 | £17,731,000 | £17,731,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £432,000 | £425,000 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Sports Council For Wales Trust
What does The Sports Council For Wales Trust do?
As per the Trust deed
How much income did The Sports Council For Wales Trust report in 2025?
The Sports Council For Wales Trust reported total income of £1.19m and reported expenditure of £452k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Sports Council For Wales Trust?
The Sports Council For Wales Trust has a program ratio of 0.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 1% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 216 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Sports Council For Wales Trust registered as a charity?
The Sports Council For Wales Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 September 1972 as charity number 524477. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs The Sports Council For Wales Trust?
The Sports Council For Wales Trust 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 Sports Council For Wales Trust operate?
The Sports Council For Wales Trust operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Sports Council For Wales Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Sports Council For Wales Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 524477.
Details
WELSH INSTITUTE OF SPORT
SOPHIA GARDENS
CARDIFF
CF11 9SW
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