World Bicycle Relief UK
The Charity's objects are to relieve the needs of people living in poverty anywhere in the world including in particular, but without limitation, by the provision of bicycles to enable them to access education, employment, healthcare and other essentials of life.
Activities & Mission
The Charity's objects are to relieve the needs of people living in poverty anywhere in the world including in particular, but without limitation, by the provision of bicycles to enable them to access education, employment, healthcare and other essentials of life.
Grants
World Bicycle Relief UK is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £1,904,079
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, the prevention or relief of poverty and overseas aid or famine relief
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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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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 | £2,188,892 | £1,904,079 | £1,507,811 | £416,496 | £415,221 | 4 / 10 |
| 2024 | £2,050,249 | £2,056,770 | £1,672,152 | £131,683 | £115,704 | 4 / 10 |
| 2023 | £1,638,493 | £1,678,575 | £1,332,630 | £138,204 | £115,704 | 4 / 20 |
| 2022 | £1,207,696 | £1,589,846 | £1,380,179 | £178,286 | £80,000 | 4 / 2 |
| 2021 | £860,245 | £729,240 | £516,764 | £560,436 | £55,000 | 4 / 11 |
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Frequently asked questions about World Bicycle Relief UK
What does World Bicycle Relief UK do?
The Charity's objects are to relieve the needs of people living in poverty anywhere in the world including in particular, but without limitation, by the provision of bicycles to enable them to access education, employment, healthcare and other essentials of life.
How much income did World Bicycle Relief UK report in 2025?
World Bicycle Relief UK reported total income of £2.19m and reported expenditure of £1.90m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was World Bicycle Relief UK registered as a charity?
World Bicycle Relief UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 April 2011 as charity number 1141613. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs World Bicycle Relief UK?
World Bicycle Relief UK is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does World Bicycle Relief UK operate?
World Bicycle Relief UK operates across 13 areas, including Colombia, Ghana, Indonesia and 10 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is World Bicycle Relief UK a registered charity?
Yes — World Bicycle Relief UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1141613.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- World Bicycle Relief UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
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