The Bristol & Bath Tennis Scholarship Trust

The Bristol & Bath Tennis Scholarship Trust is a UK-based nonprofit organization with a focus on supporting tennis education and training. Registered under charity number 1098104, it operates primarily in Bristol and Bath.

Activities

The Trust's primary activity is funding Real Tennis lessons for young players. This involves providing financial support to enable access to this specialized form of tennis, which is a predecessor to the modern game of Lawn Tennis. Real Tennis is known for its unique rules and equipment, and it requires a high level of skill and physical fitness.

Operational Area

The Trust operates in Bath and North East Somerset and Bristol City. These areas are targeted for supporting young people through education and training in tennis.

Governance and Structure

As of now, there are five trustees involved in managing the charity. However, there is no available information about any employees or trustee payments. The organization does not own or lease any land or property.

Financial Status

For the financial year ending December 31, 2023, the Trust reported no income or expenditure. Additionally, it is not recognized by HMRC for Gift Aid, which means it cannot claim Gift Aid on donations.

History

The Bristol & Bath Tennis Scholarship Trust was registered as a standard charity on June 19, 2003. Despite its tenure, there is limited recent information available regarding its activity or fundraising efforts.

[1] https://bctc.org.uk/the-happy-lane-fund/ [2] https://www.bristolrealtennisclub.com [3] http://wesport.org.uk/funding/happylanefund/ [4] https://www.bristolrealtennisclub.com/club-news [5] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/3998490/full-print