West Yorkshire Canoe Club
We are a family Paddle sports club, founded in 1955, and based in and around Wakefield in West Yorkshire, affilated to Paddle Uk (Formally known as British Canoeing).Club membership is drawn from a wide geographical area ,catering for a variety of interests including White Water and touring Kayaking, Canoeing, and Paddleboarding
Activities & Mission
We are a family Paddle sports club, founded in 1955, and based in and around Wakefield in West Yorkshire, affilated to Paddle Uk (Formally known as British Canoeing).Club membership is drawn from a wide geographical area ,catering for a variety of interests including White Water and touring Kayaking, Canoeing, and Paddleboarding
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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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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 | £6,395 | £17,605 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £2,394 | £5,063 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £35,336 | £7,965 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about West Yorkshire Canoe Club
What does West Yorkshire Canoe Club do?
We are a family Paddle sports club, founded in 1955, and based in and around Wakefield in West Yorkshire, affilated to Paddle Uk (Formally known as British Canoeing).Club membership is drawn from a wide geographical area ,catering for a variety of interests including White Water and touring Kayaking, Canoeing, and Paddleboarding
How much income did West Yorkshire Canoe Club report in 2025?
West Yorkshire Canoe Club reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was West Yorkshire Canoe Club registered as a charity?
West Yorkshire Canoe Club was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 April 2022 as charity number 1198634. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs West Yorkshire Canoe Club?
West Yorkshire Canoe Club is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ben Andrew Abrams. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does West Yorkshire Canoe Club operate?
West Yorkshire Canoe Club operates in City Of Wakefield, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is West Yorkshire Canoe Club a registered charity?
Yes — West Yorkshire Canoe Club is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1198634.
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