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Parkrun Global Limited

Surrey, England · United Kingdom Charity No 1175062 (Charity Commission) Arts & Culture
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86 / 100
Integrity score
Strong transparency

About

parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in. These events take place in pleasant parkland surroundings and we encourage people of every ability to take part; from those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; we welcome you all.

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Registration 16/20
Government registration ID on record +8
Sourced from official registry +4
Cross-referenced (2+ sources) +4
Profile not yet claimed by organization 0
Financial Transparency 24/30
No financial documents found on website 0
Financial filing on record +8
Revenue figure disclosed +6
Spending figure disclosed +6
Detailed financial breakdown disclosed +4
Governance 16/20
At least 1 officer disclosed +5
3+ officers disclosed +3
Officer titles disclosed +2
Executive compensation not disclosed 0
Mission / description on file +3
Founding date on file +3
Contact Availability 10/10
Website +3
Email +3
Phone +2
Physical address +2
Data Recency 15/20
Updated within 1 year +15
Newer data needed for full score 0
Red flags 0
No red flags detected, so nothing is deducted 0

Financials

Charity Commission (UK)
Annual revenue
£11 million
Reporting year
2025
To programmes
51%
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Leadership at a glance

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CH
Christine S••••••••
Trustee
DA
Daniel A••••••••
Trustee
GO
Gordon S••••••••
Trustee
HE
Helen A••••••••
Trustee

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GiveRadar's verified records show Parkrun Global Limited with a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the Charity Commission.

  • By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 19,540 arts & culture charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
  • GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the Charity Commission - more than 93% of similar organizations. See the sources
  • Its integrity score of 86 places it in the top 1% of the 21,809 arts & culture charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
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  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email

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Annual revenue
£11 million
51% to programs. Figures from Charity Commission (UK).
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Filing history

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Years on record: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021.
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Leadership & board

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No red flags detected

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Charity Commission removal None found
Open investigations None found
Governance scandals None found
Related-party deals None found
Excessive exec comp None found

Timeline

From official filings

Key dates from this charity's official filings, newest first.

FY2025
Form filed
£11.0M revenue, Charity Commission (UK)
FY2024
Form filed
£9.4M revenue, Charity Commission (UK)
FY2023
Form filed
£7.2M revenue, Charity Commission (UK)
FY2022
Form filed
£5.6M revenue, Charity Commission (UK)
FY2021
Form filed
£4.3M revenue, Charity Commission (UK)

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Reviews
1.9 average from 21 reviews
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JA
James Bancroft
Mar 26, 2026 · Donor Trustpilot Trustpilot
Outstanding

Absolutely outstanding inclusive organisation and it's free! A weekly free 5KM run at 9am on a Saturday that brings the community together takes dedication from volunteers.Parkrun also encourage parkwalkers now - which makes it even more inclusive than ever.Thank you Parkrun for making such a difference

HO
Honest Reviews Only
Mar 26, 2026 · Donor Trustpilot Trustpilot
Brilliant overall

Brilliant free 5k run every Saturday 9am. Great that people volunteer every weekend. Only downside not the friendliness for new runners and a bit clickey

AN
Andy Smith
Mar 26, 2026 · Donor Trustpilot Trustpilot
Absolute morons running parkrun

Absolute morons running parkrun , non for.profit but still racking in salarys of 80k per year . They have ruined the results pages and segregated peole in the so called making everyone inclusive . Russ Jefferys need to be removed and someone capable of doing the job properly

MA
Malcolm Spearey
Mar 26, 2026 · Donor Trustpilot Trustpilot
Definitely not for new runners or…

Definitely not for new runners or general public wanting to walk and get fit. No one walks it’s just a flat out race from the off and you find yourself on your own within 5 minutes. Very disappointed. I will say the volunteers were very good and supportive. So not what I expected, won’t be going again I’ll just stick to jogging on my own.

LE
Lesley johnson
Mar 26, 2026 · Donor Trustpilot Trustpilot
Not for non athletes

This is a great idea in theory but not in reality I'm afraid. Unless your a RUNNER or to be quite honest, an athlete don't bother. . Volunteers look with disbelief when they realise your a participant just because your walking therefore way behind . By the time I personally complete the 5k (about 1 hr) every Marshall has up sticks and gone . Not even a tail walker!. Nothing!. Don't bother with ' parkrun" if you cannot run . The clue is in the name really.

NI
Nick Overy
Mar 26, 2026 · Donor Trustpilot Trustpilot
A once great organisation now in decline.

This organisation now says that if people quit then hundreds will take their place, we make the rules and obey or go! I completed 720 parkruns and also volunteered on hundreds of occasions, I have now stopped taking part altogether due to very poor management. They are only interested in selling things and not the feelings of those taking part especially the females.

DE
Deirdre Parnell
Mar 26, 2026 · Donor Trustpilot Trustpilot
bring back the statistics at parkrun

As a long time parkrunner who has recommended parkrun to countless people I can no longer give it a good rating. I have volunteered over 200 times, been an ambassador and helped set up new parkruns. Now though all the personal statistics I had built up over the years has been removed for no reason by parkrun. There is a campaign signed by 27000 people to reinstate these statistics but it appears parkrun will not even consider this. As a 73 year old ex marathon runner I used these statistics to keep me motivated in the 70-74 age group. Now I have no motivation. I have stopped parkrunning and given away any merchandise I bought over the years. Shameful way to treat long time participants.

DH
DHes
Mar 26, 2026 · Donor Trustpilot Trustpilot
Used to be great until they scrapped…

Used to be great until they scrapped the stats. both my sons love runnning them, my eldest runs both 5k and junior events, my youngest just the junior events.My eldest son often comes first at junior events, while his wee brother is usually one of the last to finish, both get their on type of enjoyment at opposite ends of the finishers, but they both loved comparing their stats with friends and trying to better themelves each time they took part.Bring back the stats, they benefit people of all abilities

MI
Michelle M
Mar 26, 2026 · Donor Trustpilot Trustpilot
No stats any more

No stats any more. Stopped going

LE
Leo Cossham
Mar 26, 2026 · Donor Trustpilot Trustpilot
They don't care about their community

They don't care about their community. They got rid of the stats and have a toxic attitude toward competition and sport.

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How it stacks up against peers

Compared with 8 similar arts & culture charities in United Kingdom.

Program spending Behind peer average
This charity
51% Peer average
76%
Integrity Assessment Ahead of peers
This charity
86 Peer average
86

Cause areas in United Kingdom

Charities working in each area, this charity's highlighted.

Education
72,716
Health
26,318
Religion
24,342
Arts & Culture
24,283
Community Development
16,310
Social Services
8,665
Environment
6,258
Youth Development
4,668
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Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities
Financial filings
Charity Commission annual returns · Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities · 9 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Donor reviews (external)
Trustpilot consumer reviews
Community reviews (verified email)
GiveRadar Community Reviews · 21 verified review(s) on file.

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Tax-deductibility
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Programs & activities

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Last updated
September 1, 2026
Profile edits and newly added data
Registry checked
September 1, 2026
Reconciled with the official source
Latest financials
Financial year 2025
Most recent filing on record
Profile completeness
85%
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Parkrun Global Limited

Parkrun Global Limited is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Surrey, England, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2017 and has been operating for 9 years. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds registration with the UK Fundraising Regulator, which means it has committed to the Code of Fundraising Practice and accountable fundraising standards. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 86/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £11M in annual revenue. 9 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected. The charity has 21 community reviews with an average rating of 1.9/5. On Trustpilot, it has a rating of 2.5/5 based on 21 reviews.

Based on official filings, Parkrun Global Limited has £11M in annual revenue. It allocates 51% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 76% for arts & culture charities in United Kingdom. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of £814K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in. These events take place in pleasant parkland surroundings and we encourage people of every ability to take part; from those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; we welcome you all. Parkrun Global Limited is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2017.

Parkrun Global Limited is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability.

Parkrun Global Limited's registered charity number is 1175062. You can use it to look up the organization on the Charity Commission register.

Parkrun Global Limited is located in Surrey, England, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2017 and has been active for 9 years.

Parkrun Global Limited is based in Surrey in England. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.

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Quick facts about Parkrun Global Limited

What is Parkrun Global Limited?
Parkrun Global Limited is a arts & culture charitable company based in Surrey, United Kingdom. parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in. These events take place in pleasant parkland surroundings and we encourage people of every ability to take part; from those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; we welcome you all.
When was Parkrun Global Limited founded?
Parkrun Global Limited was founded in 2017.
Where is Parkrun Global Limited located?
Headquartered in Surrey, England, United Kingdom.
What is Parkrun Global Limited's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is £11 million. 51% of expenses go to program services.
Is Parkrun Global Limited trustworthy?
Parkrun Global Limited has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 86 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Parkrun Global Limited's website?
https://www.parkrun.com
Are donations to Parkrun Global Limited tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.