Playing fields FA106¶
Playing fields is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Facilities category.
2,605 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 1.28% of all charities.
Keywords to find charities¶
UK-CAT categories are applied to charities based on a set of keywords, in the form of a regular expression.
The regular expression used to find charities in this tag is:
\b(playing fields?|playing surfaces?|recreation grounds?|football pitch(es)?|tennis courts?)\b
Distribution by size of charity¶
| Income band | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| Under £10k | 1,486 | 2.09% |
| £10k - £100k | 906 | 1.29% |
| £100k - £250k | 99 | 0.44% |
| £250k - £500k | 34 | 0.31% |
| £500k - £1m | 15 | 0.22% |
| £1m - £10m | 10 | 0.11% |
| Over £10m | 1 | 0.04% |
| Total | 2,551 | 1.32% |
Distribution by charity regulator¶
| Regulator | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| ccew | 2,536 | 1.48% |
| oscr | 59 | 0.24% |
| ccni | 10 | 0.14% |
| Total | 2,605 | 1.28% |
Ten largest charities (by income)¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| Governors of Dollar Academy Trust [Charity number: SC009888] The Governing Body shall continue: 27.1 to provide, equip, furnish, maintain, administer and conduct within the existing buildings of Dollar Academy and/or such other buildings as the Governing Body shall think proper situated in or near the Parish of Dollar a school or schools for children which shall be known as Dollar Academy. 27.2 to provide education and training to any persons electronically. 27.3 to provide and maintain a library, playing fields, and any other ancillary facilities for sports and recreation for use by the school. when not required for use by the school the Governing Body may, subject to any conditions which it considers appropriate, permit use of such of the school buildings, library, playing fields, sports and recreation facilities and ancillary facilities as it may consider appropriate, by members of the public, all at such times as the Governing Body may appoint, being times at which said use will not interfere with the use of the school by pupils attending the school. 27.4 to advance heritage by the preservation and maintenance of the school's landscape and listed buildings. 27.5 to advance citizenship and community development through such means as the Governing Body decide are appropriate, which include the encouragement of voluntary activity, fund raising activities and by supporting other voluntary organisations and charities by encouraging the involvement of staff and pupils in their activities. |
£23,822,181 |
| NENE PARK TRUST [Charity number: 800067] For the public benefit to provide parks and recreation grounds for the inhabitants of Peterborough and the surrounding region and for visitors with the object of improving the quality of life for such persons. |
£6,706,000 |
| THE LONDON PLAYING FIELDS SOCIETY [Charity number: 302925] The provision, promotion and protection of playing fields in London for sport and physical activity with the aim of creating a happier, healthier and more cohesive London by providing places to play sport forever. The society caters particularly for the young, old, disabled and disadvantaged. It also provides resources and coaching facilities for students at schools, universities and colleges. |
£1,841,238 |
| ST. ALBANS SCHOOL WOOLLAM TRUST [Charity number: 311020] The objects of St Albans School Woollam Trust are to provide and maintain playing fields and other recreational facilities for the pupils of St Albans School.In addition the trust aims to provide playing fields in sufficient number and of the highest standard to encourage participation in sporting events at all levels. This extends to a wide range of local and regional sports teams and clubs. |
£1,736,932 |
| SPORT 4 LIFE UK [Charity number: 1115222] Sport 4 Life UK (S4L) believes in a level playing field where every young person has the opportunity to create a better future for themselves. S4L is proud to provide the opportunity for young people aged 11-29 to prepare for, and move into, sustained education, employment or training, by improving their employability and key life skills - through its sports-themed mentoring and training services. |
£1,545,789 |
| Mangotsfield and Blackhorse Sports & Community Association [Charity number: 1168210] Blackhorse Sports & Community Association maintain for the benefit of all neighbours and local residents, Blackhorse Playing Fields as an open space, allowing all neighbours and the wider local community to regularly use the playing fields and MUGA, for recreational activities. The Pavilion and hall are maintained and hired for use to the local community for either local groups or keep fit groups |
£1,430,712 |
| SOUTH BRISTOL SPORTS CENTRE [Charity number: 1118018] The charity is responsible for running the South Bristol Sports Centre, which consists of a gymnasium, playing fields, changing rooms and refreshment facilities near West Town Lane, South Bristol. The charity also supports and encourages sport and healthy living in the Bristol area. |
£1,379,572 |
| The Congregation of Christian Brothers in Northern Ireland [Charity number: NI102236] As a Religious Congregation, faith development in is of prime importance to the Trustees. All aspects of the charity’s work involve the advancement of religion whether it is in the educational, pastoral or international missionary fields. The charity continually assesses its work and searches for the best way to carry out the advancement of the faith in today’s world. The Brothers undertake social and pastoral work including chaplaincy, counselling for the sick, those going through bereavement and people suffering from alcoholism or depression, among other things. The Brothers provide spiritual direction and do retreat work with members of the public. The Brothers are involved in programs providing guidance and assistance to immigrants. The charity works with members of all faiths to promote cross community peace and understanding in Northern Ireland. The charity supports the international missionary work of the Congregation of Christian Brothers in the poorest and most disadvantaged areas of the world by assisting with personnel and finances. The charity was heavily involved in formal mainstream Roman Catholic Education. In 2009 the charity transferred the trusteeship and properties of its primary and post-primary schools to the Edmund Rice Schools Trust Northern Ireland (ERSTNI). The value attributed to these properties was £48m. The charity continues to support the work of ERSTNI by providing funding on a yearly basis. The charity also makes available playing fields for use by schools for sporting activities. The charity is also involved in non-mainstream training and education. It owns and operates the Westcourt Centre. The Centre is committed to providing an accessible learning facility with a focus on disadvantaged young people. The programs run at the Centre provide personal and social education opportunities. The Centre also offers facilities and services for the whole community, irrespective of age, gender, nationality or religious background. |
£1,331,577 |
| FOLKESTONE PARKS AND PLEASURE GROUNDS CHARITY [Charity number: 1006288] The principal aim of the Charity is to ensure the maintenance of specific parks and recreation grounds so that the residents of Folkestone and Sandgate can use them for leisure pursuits and to enjoy the benefits of open spaces in an urban area. |
£1,320,000 |
| BATH RECREATION LIMITED [Charity number: 1173521] The objects of the Charity are the provision, with or without charge, of property in or near Bath (including but not limited to Bath Recreation Ground) for use as indoor and outdoor recreational facilities for the benefit of the public. |
£1,304,942 |
Ten random charities¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| SMITH RECREATION GROUND [Charity number: 521010] Maintenance and upkeep of Smith Recreation Ground for the benefit of the general public for sport and recreation |
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| FRESSINGFIELD PLAYING FIELD [Charity number: 1053875] sports and social activities, meetings, |
£8,009 |
| RIDGEWAY MEMORIAL COMMUNITY AND SPORTS CENTRE [Charity number: 213915] The provision and maintenance of a community centre and playing field for the use of the inhabitants of the area of benefit without distinction of political,religious or other opinions, including use for meetings,lectures and classes, and for other forms of recreation and leisure-time occupation, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants. |
£77,365 |
| SCORTON PLAYING FIELD [Charity number: 1064386] The charity's principal activity is currently to develop the village playing field for the benefit of the community and visitors to the area. |
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| THE THOMAS AND MARY ANN JONES RECREATION GROUND [Charity number: 219298] Viewing Area |
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| REPTON RECREATION GROUND [Charity number: 509372] Open area for use by the public, football games, and cricket games, with playground equipment for children |
£19,622 |
| OBLEY RECREATION GROUND CHARITY [Charity number: 518361] RELIEF OF POVERTY |
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| CADOGAN PLAYING FIELD [Charity number: 302867] Playing Field |
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| GLEASTON RECREATION GROUND AND VILLAGE HALL [Charity number: 224756] Management of Community owned assets (Village Hall, village playground, and associated village green). Fund raising for development and on going management of assets.Organize events for the benefit of the community. |
£5,907 |
| KING GEORGE'S FIELD, ELTHAM [Charity number: 1084465] playing field |
