Newton War Memorial Playing Fields
Analysis
Newton War Memorial Playing Fields is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Derbyshire. It was registered in May 1964, 62 years ago. Its declared purposes cover amateur sport, which this site groups under amateur sport and recreation. It says it provides buildings/facilities/open space.
In the financial year ending March 2025, Newton War Memorial Playing Fields reported income of £18k and spending of £11k, leaving 38% of income unspent that year. The sharpest change came in the year to March 2024, when income rose by 520%. Over the whole period it spent 108% of the income it received.
Among 12,174 England and Wales charities whose main cause is amateur sport and recreation and that reported income, Newton War Memorial Playing Fields sits at the 48th percentile: it is larger than about 48% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 42nd percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Hinderclay Village Hall (£18k), 1st North Sutton Scout Group (£18k) and The Friends of Walkington School (£18k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
To provide a recreation area for local sports clubs/teams to participate in sports activities. To provide play equipment for the local children and a venue for community events such as the village carnival, and bonfire.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Hinderclay Village Hall | Diss | £18k |
| 1st North Sutton Scout Group | Sutton | £18k |
| The Friends of Walkington School | Beverley | £18k |
| King George's Field, Sarratt | Kings Langley | £18k |