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Viking Kayak Club

Facilities for paddle-sport and associated water-sports in the Bedford area.Instruction to other paddlers in all levels of paddle-sport and associated water-sports with the purpose of improving standards and personal proficiency.Opportunities to compete in various paddle sport discipline sporting events.Supervision and organisation for social paddling.

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Activities & Mission

Facilities for paddle-sport and associated water-sports in the Bedford area.Instruction to other paddlers in all levels of paddle-sport and associated water-sports with the purpose of improving standards and personal proficiency.Opportunities to compete in various paddle sport discipline sporting events.Supervision and organisation for social paddling.

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
£32,957
Latest Expenditure
£32,245

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 97.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 97.8%
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 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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£32,957
£32,2450 / 40
2024
£38,746
£26,6230 / 40
2023
£34,043
£33,0090 / 40
2022
£40,392
£20,8080 / 39
2021
£20,103
£13,7490 / 36

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Viking Kayak Club

What does Viking Kayak Club do?

Facilities for paddle-sport and associated water-sports in the Bedford area.Instruction to other paddlers in all levels of paddle-sport and associated water-sports with the purpose of improving standards and personal proficiency.Opportunities to compete in various paddle sport discipline sporting events.Supervision and organisation for social paddling.

How much income did Viking Kayak Club report in 2025?

Viking Kayak Club reported total income of £33k and reported expenditure of £32k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Viking Kayak Club registered as a charity?

Viking Kayak Club was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 June 2020 as charity number 1190021. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Viking Kayak Club?

Viking Kayak Club is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Viking Kayak Club operate?

Viking Kayak Club operates across 2 areas: Bedford and Central Bedfordshire.

Is Viking Kayak Club a registered charity?

Yes — Viking Kayak Club is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190021.

Details

Address
VIKING KAYAK CLUB
COMMERCIAL ROAD
BEDFORD
MK40 1QS
Registration Date
19 June 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5159955
Charity Number
1190021

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Trustees

Graham Bennett ap Aled Jones
Patrick James O'Hara
Richard Charles Smith
Tony Sidney Perry

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