Down Syndrome Swimming Great Britain
Analysis
Down Syndrome Swimming Great Britain is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Twickenham. It was registered in October 2017, 9 years ago. Its declared purposes cover amateur sport, which this site groups under amateur sport and recreation. Legally it is a charitable company (Companies House number 10437920). It says it provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending December 2025, Down Syndrome Swimming Great Britain reported income of £224k and spending of £221k, spending 99% of its income. Across the 5 years on record, from October 2021 to December 2025, income grew from £10k to £224k (+2050%), an average of +115% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to October 2022, when income rose by 1151%. Over the whole period it spent 96% of the income it received.
Among 12,174 England and Wales charities whose main cause is amateur sport and recreation and that reported income, Down Syndrome Swimming Great Britain sits at the 92nd percentile: it is larger than about 92% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 82nd percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include The Cornwall Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs (£223k), Yiewsley and West Drayton Community Association (£224k) and Avon Tennis (£222k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
25 swimmers took part DS World Swimming Champs in, Canada in July. 24 countries took part, DSS-GB came 2nd, Currently organising next DSS-GB training camp in Newcastle in Aug. Supporting families to access good inclusive swim clubs around GB. Sharing information regarding National and local swim events. Reviewing gov doc. Updating current and also writing new policies. Actively fundraising.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| The Cornwall Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs | Wadebridge | £223k |
| Yiewsley and West Drayton Community Association | Middlesex | £224k |
| Avon Tennis | Bristol | £222k |
| Chalkhill Community Centre Ltd | London | £224k |