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Scotland Yard Adventure Centre

Also known as: The Yard

Country
Scotland
Charity number
SC002538
Status
Active
Registered
Nov. 3, 1986
Legal form
Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Address

Address
22 Eyre Place Lane
Edinburgh
EH3 5EH

Contact

Website
theyardscotland.org.uk
Screenshot of the Scotland Yard Adventure Centre website

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the advancement of education','the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended','the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage'

Our mission is to build thriving communities of support where every family feels valued, included, and connected. In our centres, disabled children and young people can explore, build confidence, and forge long-lasting friendships through our inclusive play sessions. Our services extend far beyond the playroom. We offer outreach programmes, respite care, and family support designed to empower children and allow families to thrive.

Beneficiaries: 'Children or young people','People with disabilities or health problems','People with a particular ethnic or racial origin','No specific group, or for the benefit of the community','Other charities or voluntary bodies'

Objectives: The Charity's objects are wholly charitable, and are to: (a) improve the conditions of life for children and young people with additional support needs (ASN), their families and other children in the community using the medium of play and through the provision of educational and recreational facilities and activities. (b) maintain and develop purpose-built adventure playgrounds for indoor and outdoor play for children and young people with ASN and their families. (c) provide care, respite, support, fun and friendship to all the children, young people, parents and carers who use the services of the Charity. (d) advance the education of the children and young people who use the facilities and services of the Charity by providing them with opportunities for individual challenge and personal growth in an environment which values their independence and achievements. (e) support families with children and young people with ASN by providing family support through sharing of services and information. and (f) advance education in, and promote inclusive and adventure play for, children and young people with ASN across Scotland by sharing the knowledge and skills of the Charity.

Geography

Main operating location
City of Edinburgh
Geographical spread
More than one local authority area in Scotland

Finances

Period end Income Expenditure Employees
June 30, 2025 £3,365,004 £2,421,380 93
June 30, 2024 £1,541,080 £1,501,993 53
June 30, 2023 £1,543,450 £1,631,048 76
June 30, 2022 £1,514,673 £1,562,428 67
June 30, 2021 £1,618,325 £1,295,455 64