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Charity Companies in Plymouth: 97 Active Firms (2026)
Charity and not-for-profit organisations in Plymouth deliver social, community and public-benefit services across the city and surrounding area.
Commissioners, grant funders, schools, cultural partners and health-adjacent referral routes tend to shape demand for Plymouth’s charity and not-for-profit organisations. Buying centres are less commercial than in software or consultancy markets: decisions often sit with trustees, senior managers, local public-service teams and programme funders. Typical engagements appear to be grant-funded delivery, commissioned support services, venue or community programming, education and advice work, rather than high-margin recurring contracts. The cohort spans volunteer-led operating models and staffed service providers, with a civic buyer profile where evidence of need, safeguarding, local trust and continuity of delivery usually matter more than sales-led growth.
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Plymouth has 97 actively trading charity and not-for-profit organisations in scope, making this a compact local cohort rather than a broad regional cluster. Reported employment totals 845 people, so the footprint is not only voluntary or trustee-led; there is a measurable paid workforce attached to local service delivery. The absence of firms above £5M turnover points to a market made up mainly of small and mid-sized operators, with scale more likely to come through service breadth, local commissioning relationships and repeat grant income than through national expansion.
Charity operating models sit within a governance-heavy environment even when the underlying activity is local and practical. Trustees need to evidence public benefit, manage conflicts, maintain financial controls and keep restricted funding separate from general funds. Where organisations provide advice, youth work, care-adjacent support or community services, contracts tend to add safeguarding, referral, complaints and audit requirements. Market structure is therefore shaped by funder confidence as much as by beneficiary demand: a small provider can be well embedded locally, but still face administrative costs that look closer to a regulated service organisation than to an informal community group.
Funding pressure appears likely to keep the Plymouth cohort cautious, with many organisations prioritising service continuity over expansion. Consolidation may happen through partnerships, shared back-office arrangements and lead-provider models rather than outright mergers. Larger staffed charities tend to be better placed to absorb reporting, safeguarding and commissioning requirements, while smaller groups may remain dependent on local relationships and project-specific grants. Demand for community support, advice and inclusion work is unlikely to disappear, but capacity appears tied to funder priorities and the ability of trustees to sustain governance without adding too much administrative weight.
97
Active firms
2026
11
New since 2022
incorporations
0
Above £5M
revenue threshold
Key facts
11% of the cohort was incorporated since 2022 (11 firms), so a sizeable share is in its first few filing cycles.
Plymouth charity companies sit between local service delivery, grant-funded activity and contracted support work.
The market is relevant for researchers mapping civic infrastructure, rather than only for suppliers to mission-led operators.
Service delivery appears labour-intensive in parts of the cohort, with some not-for-profits carrying larger workforces on income below £5.0M.
Top Plymouth Charity companies
Plymouth Highbury Trust
Provides support services for people with learning disabilities, including community support, advocacy, appointeeship, supported living, life skills training, and social clubs, alongside information,…
Serves people with learning disabilities in Plymouth, including adults needing community support, advocacy or social activities, plus parents, women and associated support networks.
Location
HEADWAY PLYMOUTH
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides support and rehabilitation services for adults with acquired brain injuries, including centre-based programmes, community outreach, peer support groups, education, and advice for families…
Serves adults affected by acquired brain injury, their families, carers and partners, as well as health, social care and other professionals working with ABI survivors in the Plymouth area.
Financial Health
HealthyHealthy · Hiring · 6% CAGR over 4y
Location
The Inspire Multi Academy Trust (south West)
Operates a multi‑academy trust overseeing primary and secondary schools. Provides governance, strategic leadership, and shared services for member schools, supporting curriculum delivery, staff…
Serves primary school pupils and their families through its member schools, alongside local and regional education partners, staff, trustees and communities in the South West.
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IT TAKES A VILLAGE PLYMOUTH CIC
Trajectory
1y · 2025–NowOperates community family hubs that host STEAM activities and events for families. Provides access to affordable, sustainable clothing and household goods, and offers spaces for parents and children…
Serves local families, parents and carers in Plymouth, plus community groups seeking affordable sustainable family goods, child-focused support and STEAM activities.
Financial Health
Insufficient historyInsufficient history
Location
The Zebra Collective Ltd
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides training, facilitation and community development services focused on trauma‑informed, solution‑focused and equality practices. Delivers youth work, reflective practice sessions, and…
Serves public and community-sector organisations seeking equality, trauma-informed and solution-focused training or facilitation, plus local Plymouth residents including young people, families, women…
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Hiring · 24% CAGR over 4y
Location
Real Ideas Trading Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2019–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsDevelops and delivers creative learning programmes, skills training and community projects focused on the creative and digital industries. Provides business support for creative enterprises, operates…
Serves children, young people, families, schools, community groups, creative businesses, artists, technologists, and organisations or communities involved in creative digital careers, culture,…
Financial Health
WeakWeak · -2% CAGR over 5y
Location
Devonport High School for Boys
Operates a selective secondary grammar school and sixth form for boys aged 11–18, providing academic education, GCSE and A‑level programmes, pastoral support, and extracurricular activities, with…
Serves boys aged 11–18 and prospective sixth-form students, with admissions for families in Plymouth, southwest Devon and southeast Cornwall; also addresses parents, alumni and local facility hirers.
Location
PEMBROKE STREET ESTATE MANAGEMENT BOARD LIMITED
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsManages and maintains social housing on the Pembroke Street estate under agreement with a housing landlord. Operates a tenant management organisation providing estate management, maintenance…
Serves social housing residents and community members on the Pembroke Street estate, working with tenants, resident board members and the landlord, Plymouth Community Homes.
Financial Health
StableStable · Hiring · 6% CAGR over 4y
Location
Plymouth Supported Living Ltd
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides supported living services for adults with learning disabilities, including accommodation with 24‑hour support and assistance in individuals’ homes and community settings. Supports daily…
Serves adults with learning disabilities in Plymouth, including residents needing 24-hour supported accommodation and people requiring support in their own homes and the local community.
Financial Health
HealthyHealthy · -6% CAGR over 4y
Location
Arterne Care Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides mental health support and community care services, including assessments, coaching and mentoring, family and youth programmes, group activities, and training workshops. Also offers…
Serves individuals and families of all ages, young women aged 16-25, community groups and businesses, alongside partner agencies, with a focus on mental health, wellbeing and personal development…
Financial Health
StableStable · Hiring · 53% CAGR over 4y
Location
Arterne
Provides mental health support, coaching and mentoring programmes for individuals, families and young people. Delivers community projects, group activities and holiday camps, and offers consultancy,…
Serves individuals, families and community groups across all ages, with specific projects for young women aged 16-25, youth and families. Also sells to businesses and agencies seeking staff…
Location
OASIS RECOVERYHOUSING CIC
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides supported housing under tenancy agreements for adults with disabilities or complex needs, including autism and learning disabilities. Operates regulated accommodation and works with care…
Serves adults aged 18+, mainly younger adults, who need supported housing due to autism, learning disabilities, mental capacity issues or social, emotional and behavioural needs, funded via eligible…
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Profitable, Growing, Hiring · 19% CAGR over 4y
Location
Plymouth City Centre Company Limited
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsOrganises and promotes city centre events, marketing campaigns and cultural activities to increase visitor footfall. Provides business support services, operates a local gift card scheme, and runs…
Serves levy-paying and local businesses in Plymouth city centre, particularly retail, hospitality, leisure and visitor-economy operators, alongside residents, shoppers, students and visitors.
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Growing, Hiring · 14% CAGR over 2y
Location
Plymouth Active Leisure Limited
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsOperates public leisure centres offering swimming pools, gyms and sports facilities. Provides swimming and diving lessons, fitness classes, indoor climbing, gymnastics and holiday activities, and…
Serves residents and families in Plymouth, including children, adults, fitness members, swimmers, divers, climbers and people seeking health and wellbeing activities, plus organisations looking for…
Financial Health
StableStable · 2% CAGR over 2y
Location
EMMAUS CORNWALL
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides residential community accommodation, work opportunities and training for people who have experienced homelessness. Runs social enterprises and charity shops selling donated, recycled and…
Serves adults who are homeless, vulnerably housed or at risk, while engaging individual donors, volunteers, fundraisers, charity shop customers and corporate partners across the UK.
Financial Health
StableStable
Location
BEYOND LIMITS (PLYMOUTH) LTD
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsProvides personalised support services for people with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and other support needs. Delivers tailored assistance aimed at helping individuals live…
Serves adults with learning disabilities, mental health issues and other support needs, plus families and health and social care commissioners arranging personalised support.
Financial Health
HealthyHealthy · Hiring · 7% CAGR over 2y
Location
Devon Training Hub Limited
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsCoordinates education and training for the primary care workforce. Provides courses, events, learning resources and workforce development support for GP practices and primary care networks, including…
Serves the Devon primary care workforce, including GP practices, PCNs, clinical and non-clinical staff, educators and NHS partner organisations involved in workforce planning and professional…
Financial Health
DistressedDistressed · -16% CAGR over 2y
Location
Destination Plymouth Limited
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsPromotes tourism through the Visit Plymouth platform. Provides visitor information on attractions, events, accommodation, food and activities, and works with public and private sector partners to…
Serves leisure visitors, families, groups and business travellers planning trips to Plymouth and nearby Devon/Cornwall areas, plus travel trade, event organisers and tourism businesses seeking…
Financial Health
WeakWeak · Hiring · 10% CAGR over 2y
Location
Plymouth Waterfront Partnership Limited
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsManages a Business Improvement District funded by levy‑paying businesses. Promotes the area through marketing campaigns, events and visitor initiatives, and provides training, business support,…
Serves B2B member and levy-paying businesses across Plymouth’s Waterfront, including venues, hospitality, retail, tourism, marina and destination employers within the BID area.
Financial Health
WeakWeak · 4% CAGR over 2y
Location
SENTINEL HEALTHCARE SOUTH WEST CIC
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides GP-led NHS and private medical services including dermatology clinics, minor surgical procedures for skin lesions and cysts, vasectomy services, weight management programmes, and specialist…
Serves NHS patients and private self-pay consumers across Plymouth, South East Cornwall, South Hams, West Devon and wider Western Devon/Cornwall seeking specialist community healthcare.
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Profitable, Growing, Hiring · 4% CAGR over 4y
Location
ARTERNE 2 NURSE LIMITED
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides mental health support, coaching and mentoring for individuals and families, and delivers training, consultancy and business development support to organisations. Runs community projects,…
Serves individuals, families, young women, community groups, partner agencies and businesses seeking mental health and wellbeing support, coaching, mentoring, training and community projects across…
Financial Health
StrongStrong · Hiring · 7% CAGR over 4y
Location
1 THE CRESCENT TRADING LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
DistressedDistressed
Location
PANDY PROPERTIES LIMITED
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable
Location
J Herbert Holdings Ltd
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
DistressedDistressed
Location
DPLUSD LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
E & T Developments Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
BLUE BAY GROUP LIMITED
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
HealthyHealthy · -16% CAGR over 4y
Location
BELL ENTERPRISES LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
HealthyHealthy
Location
BP EQUITIES LIMITED
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsFinancial Health
WeakWeak
Location
RAVERN LIMITED
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable
Location
Teng Yu Property Ltd
Trajectory
1y · 2024–NowFinancial Health
Insufficient historyInsufficient history
Location
Resident Investment Ltd
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
WeakWeak · 0% CAGR over 3y
Location
Ulti Property Ltd
Trajectory
4y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 4 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable
Location
The Old Plymothian & Mannameadian Club Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2020–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
HealthyHealthy · Hiring · 32% CAGR over 5y
Location
PLYMOUTH BUSINESS NETWORK
Trajectory
5y · 2022–NowFinancial Health
Insufficient historyInsufficient history
Location
Spektra Events Group Limited
Trajectory
2y · 2024–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 2 filingsFinancial Health
StrongStrong
Location
Sherford Community Land Trust Limited
Trajectory
4y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 4 filingsCommunity land trust that manages community assets, operates a community hub with space for local groups and events, organises community activities, and offers membership, volunteering and grant…
Serves residents, community groups, clubs, local stakeholders and external organisations connected with Sherford, including people seeking membership, grants, local information or space for community…
Financial Health
HealthyHealthy · Hiring · 5% CAGR over 3y
Location
IVYBRIDGE & DISTRICT COMMUNITY TRANSPORT ASSOCIATION
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsOperates a community transport charity providing accessible travel services. Runs scheduled “Ring & Ride” minibus services with adapted vehicles, a volunteer driver car scheme for individual…
Serves eligible residents in Ivybridge and surrounding Devon parishes, particularly people with limited mobility or difficulty accessing transport, plus local community groups needing accessible…
Financial Health
StableStable · Hiring · 3% CAGR over 4y
Location
VOCAL ADVOCACY
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsProvides independent advocacy services that support adults with communication difficulties to understand their rights, make decisions and express their views. Works with people with learning…
Serves adults in South and West Devon with communication difficulties, especially people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries, physical disabilities, mental health issues, older people…
Financial Health
HealthyHealthy · Hiring · 19% CAGR over 4y
Location
Provides residential and supported living services for adults needing care and support, alongside rural craft and land-based workshops including woodwork, metalwork, weaving and pottery, offering…
Serves adults needing residential supported living, their families and referral partners, alongside people seeking rural craft workshop participation, volunteering or care-related employment…
Location
Westcountry Schools Trust
Operates a multi‑academy trust managing a group of schools, providing primary education, governance, admissions management, safeguarding, staff recruitment and professional development programmes…
Serves pupils, parents and carers across its South West academy schools, alongside prospective member schools and education staff seeking roles or training within the trust.
Location
NEWTON & NOSS COMMUNITY LAND TRUST LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable
Location
Traumatology Ltd
Trajectory
2y · 2024–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 2 filingsFinancial Health
DistressedDistressed · 0% CAGR over 1y
Location
Woodgrange Management (Salcombe) Limited
Trajectory
3y · 2022–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable
Location
EE REAL ESTATE PARTNERS LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
DistressedDistressed · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
Mount Kelly
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsOperates an independent boarding and day school providing primary, secondary and sixth form education, with boarding accommodation and sports and swimming programmes. Also offers venue hire,…
Serves event organisers, corporate teams planning away days, residential groups, film/location scouts and swim clubs seeking access to school venues, accommodation and sports facilities.
Financial Health
StableStable · 0% CAGR over 2y
Location
McLeod Bros (Contractors) Limited
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
HealthyHealthy · Hiring · 32% CAGR over 4y
Location
TINHAY RETREATS LTD
Trajectory
5y · 2021–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 5 filingsFinancial Health
StableStable · 0% CAGR over 4y
Location
BEILBY PROPERTY LTD
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial Health
Insufficient historyInsufficient history
Location
Horsebrook Holdings Ltd
Trajectory
3y · 2023–NowFinancial sub-scores
Computed from 3 filingsFinancial Health
HealthyHealthy · 0% CAGR over 2y
Location
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How Plymouth Charity companies work and how to sell to them
What they do
Revenue is usually tied to restricted grants, commissioned service delivery, education or advice programmes, community events and venue-linked activity. Plymouth charities tend to package their work as funded projects, staffed sessions, referral pathways or annual service agreements rather than as commercial subscriptions. Pricing is often cost-recovery led: staff time, safeguarding, overhead allowance, reporting and volunteer coordination need to be covered, while surplus generation is constrained by funder rules and trustee expectations. Engagements can be narrow, such as a short programme for a school or local partner, or broader where a charity is contracted to run an ongoing support service.
Who they sell to
The buying side is fragmented: local commissioners, grant panels, schools, cultural partners and referral teams may all influence whether work is funded or used. Day-to-day decisions typically involve chief executives, service managers, finance leads, trustees and safeguarding or programme staff, with formal approval moving through board papers, grant conditions or procurement exercises. Contract values tend to be bounded by annual budgets and project scopes, so suppliers should expect smaller approvals, slower calendars and more evidence requests than in venture-backed software markets. Routes in are often direct relationships, local tenders, grant-funded partnerships and introductions through civic networks.
What they buy
Most Plymouth charities tend to spend where administration, compliance and service delivery meet. Common needs include finance and fund accounting, payroll, HR, volunteer scheduling, case management, safeguarding workflow, impact reporting, CRM-style contact management, email, cloud storage, cyber security, insurance, audit support and bid-writing help. Staffed providers may also buy recruitment, training, outsourced bookkeeping, legal advice, facilities maintenance and marketing support for fundraising or community engagement. Vendors usually need pricing that fits restricted funds and part-time teams, with implementation that does not assume a large internal IT function or a dedicated procurement department.
Why and how to sell to them
Buying intent tends to surface around a new grant award, recommissioning process, trustee change, senior hire, service expansion, safeguarding review or reporting deadline. Pain points are practical: restricted funds leave little room for overhead, service teams carry casework alongside reporting, and trustees need assurance that controls are adequate. Outbound that works in this market usually starts with the constraint, not the product category. Sellers are more credible when they show how an offer reduces admin load, helps evidence outcomes to funders, fits charity governance, and can be adopted without pulling frontline staff away from beneficiaries for long.
How this list is built
Data sources
This list is built from UK Companies House filings, XBRL accounts data, and semantic analysis of each company's public website. Revenue and headcount figures come from the most recent filed accounts; where the company has not filed, values are estimated using a model trained on filed history and peer benchmarks and are labelled as estimates.
Classification
Rather than relying solely on SIC codes, Firmbase classifies each company semantically: the company's website is crawled, an AI model reads what the company actually sells, and the company is placed into the relevant industry and subsectors. SIC codes are used as one signal but not the only one. This means a company that registered under a generic SIC code but pivoted into (for example) fintech is correctly identified as fintech, not as its original SIC category.
Freshness
The underlying company data is refreshed from Companies House continuously; filings appear in the list within days of submission. The curated list ordering is regenerated when the underlying data moves meaningfully (company count changes by more than 5%, a new company enters the top-ranked segment, or the filed-revenue numbers for the top firms change). You can see the last-updated timestamp near the top of the page.
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