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This report aims to summarize the use of Social Return on Investment (SROI) in leisure services and provide insights into its application.

February 28, 2026Open Access

Social Return on Investment and Leisure Services Final Report.

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This report aims to summarize the use of Social Return on Investment (SROI) in leisure services and provide insights into its application.
Conducted literature review of published reports on SROI
Analyzed UK case examples of leisure services
Highlighted stakeholder involvement and appropriate measures for assessing SROI
Identified key benefits and limitations of SROI application
Provided practical insights for local implementation
Discussed comparability and interpretation of social value in leisure contexts

Abstract

An overview report summarising published reports and academic literature on the use of Social Return on Investment (SROI) for leisure services, including search methods and UK case examples. Highlights benefits, limitations and practical insights for applying SROI locally—covering stakeholder involvement, appropriate measures, comparability, and interpreting social value. Produced by a University of Sheffield Hallam/HDRC Doncaster Embedded Researcher for the Get Doncaster Moving Team, which are part of City of Doncaster Council Public Health Team

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