198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD
Also known as: 198 Gallery Ltd, Roots Community Limited
198 Contemporary Arts and Learning is a pre-eminent visual art space in Brixton, which explores the rich diversity of artistic practices informed by globalisation and emerging cultural identities. We foster creative synergies through a challenging artistic and education programme.
Activities & Mission
198 Contemporary Arts and Learning is a pre-eminent visual art space in Brixton, which explores the rich diversity of artistic practices informed by globalisation and emerging cultural identities. We foster creative synergies through a challenging artistic and education programme.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 15% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 293). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £366,233 | £379,025 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2024 | £383,064 | £357,951 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2023 | £346,592 | £306,927 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £483,433 | £313,367 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2021 | £814,590 | £268,154 | £268,154 | £1,570,430 | £79,870 | 4 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about 198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD
What does 198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD do?
198 Contemporary Arts and Learning is a pre-eminent visual art space in Brixton, which explores the rich diversity of artistic practices informed by globalisation and emerging cultural identities. We foster creative synergies through a challenging artistic and education programme.
How much income did 198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD report in 2025?
198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD reported total income of £366k and reported expenditure of £379k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is 198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD?
198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD has a program ratio of 32.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 293 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was 198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD registered as a charity?
198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 June 1989 as charity number 801614. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs 198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD?
198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ajamu IKWE-TYEHIMBA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does 198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD operate?
198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD operates in Lambeth, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is 198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD a registered charity?
Yes — 198 Contemporary Arts And Learning LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 801614.
Details
194-198 RAILTON ROAD
LONDON
SE24 0JT
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Also Known As
- 198 Gallery Ltd
- Roots Community Limited
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated