Welcome To Badminton
Welcome to Badminton promotes equality, tolerance, open mindedness and a culture of sharing skills. We bring refugees, asylum seekers and migrants together from the city centre and the wider region to learn/play sports (primarily badminton, volleyball and table tennis). We aim to help promote a healthy lifestyle, reduce loneliness and isolation and help people to manage stress and anxiety.
Activities & Mission
Welcome to Badminton promotes equality, tolerance, open mindedness and a culture of sharing skills. We bring refugees, asylum seekers and migrants together from the city centre and the wider region to learn/play sports (primarily badminton, volleyball and table tennis). We aim to help promote a healthy lifestyle, reduce loneliness and isolation and help people to manage stress and anxiety.
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £17,200 | £16,355 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about Welcome To Badminton
What does Welcome To Badminton do?
Welcome to Badminton promotes equality, tolerance, open mindedness and a culture of sharing skills. We bring refugees, asylum seekers and migrants together from the city centre and the wider region to learn/play sports (primarily badminton, volleyball and table tennis). We aim to help promote a healthy lifestyle, reduce loneliness and isolation and help people to manage stress and anxiety.
How much income did Welcome To Badminton report in 2025?
Welcome To Badminton reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Welcome To Badminton registered as a charity?
Welcome To Badminton was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 August 2024 as charity number 1209397. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs Welcome To Badminton?
Welcome To Badminton is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Annabel Hayward. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Welcome To Badminton operate?
Welcome To Badminton operates across 2 areas: Gateshead and Newcastle Upon Tyne City.
Is Welcome To Badminton a registered charity?
Yes — Welcome To Badminton is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1209397.
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