The Sports Council Trust Company
Helping members of the public play more sport and enjoy the benefits physical activity generates by giving them access to high quality sports facilities - the National Sports Centres and Rowing Lake makes a direct connection between grassroots and elite sport, supporting both. The Charity also awards grants to organisations that provide sporting opportunities for individuals.
Activities & Mission
Helping members of the public play more sport and enjoy the benefits physical activity generates by giving them access to high quality sports facilities - the National Sports Centres and Rowing Lake makes a direct connection between grassroots and elite sport, supporting both. The Charity also awards grants to organisations that provide sporting opportunities for individuals.
Grants
The Sports Council Trust Company makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2026)
- £10,000
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- amateur sport and recreation
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 96% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 195). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 73% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £4,040,118 | £4,991,795 | £4,991,795 | £128,876,938 | £2,865,390 | 0 / 0 |
| 2025 | £3,411,773 | £4,425,329 | £4,425,329 | £128,240,640 | £2,648,302 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £5,930,137 | £5,651,260 | £5,651,260 | £126,670,181 | £2,536,703 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,914,181 | £4,610,209 | £4,610,209 | £120,629,702 | £2,605,230 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,828,350 | £4,685,966 | £4,685,966 | £113,713,155 | £2,594,067 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Sports Council Trust Company
What does The Sports Council Trust Company do?
Helping members of the public play more sport and enjoy the benefits physical activity generates by giving them access to high quality sports facilities - the National Sports Centres and Rowing Lake makes a direct connection between grassroots and elite sport, supporting both. The Charity also awards grants to organisations that provide sporting opportunities for individuals.
How much income did The Sports Council Trust Company report in 2026?
The Sports Council Trust Company reported total income of £4.04m and reported expenditure of £4.99m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Sports Council Trust Company?
The Sports Council Trust Company has a program ratio of 123.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 96% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 195 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Sports Council Trust Company registered as a charity?
The Sports Council Trust Company was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 July 1990 as charity number 803779. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs The Sports Council Trust Company?
The Sports Council Trust Company is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sports Council Trust Company operate?
The Sports Council Trust Company operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Sports Council Trust Company a registered charity?
Yes — The Sports Council Trust Company is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 803779.
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Other notable Leisure charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated