Horsforth Shed
Analysis
Horsforth Shed is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Leeds. It was registered in July 2019, 7 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training, disability and recreation, which this site groups under disability. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides buildings/facilities/open space, provides services and provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending December 2025, Horsforth Shed reported income of £71k and spending of £39k, leaving 44% of income unspent that year. Across the 5 years on record, from December 2021 to December 2025, income grew from £28k to £71k (+150%), an average of +26% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to December 2025, when income rose by 76%. Over the whole period it spent 76% of the income it received.
Among 12,871 England and Wales charities whose main cause is disability and that reported income, Horsforth Shed sits at the 60th percentile: it is larger than about 60% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 66th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Dene Valley Community Transport Ltd (£71k), Shining Stars London (£71k) and Bats Blind at Sea (£71k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Horsforth Shed aims to reduce social isolation by allowing people to connect, converse and create in an enjoyable and supportive environment. It operates from a totally renovated former Scout Building and has fully equipped workshop space and a social area.Since opening in 2021 it has engaged with variety of groups from school children to older people. Affiliated to the UK Men's Shed Association.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Dene Valley Community Transport Ltd | Bishop Auckland | £71k |
| Shining Stars London | London | £71k |
| Bats Blind at Sea | Cornwall | £71k |
| Mothers of Afghanistan | London | £71k |