Agatha Christie Festival Limited
Also known as: International Agatha Christie Festival Limited
To deliver an internationally acclaimed festival which celebrates Agatha Christie's great legacy as a crime writer and cultural icon and promotes Torquay as her birthplace and inspiration.
Activities & Mission
To deliver an internationally acclaimed festival which celebrates Agatha Christie's great legacy as a crime writer and cultural icon and promotes Torquay as her birthplace and inspiration.
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.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £130,899 | £142,588 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £107,187 | £89,145 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2023 | £107,094 | £104,075 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2022 | £66,409 | £66,106 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £15,099 | £14,841 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Agatha Christie Festival Limited
What does Agatha Christie Festival Limited do?
To deliver an internationally acclaimed festival which celebrates Agatha Christie's great legacy as a crime writer and cultural icon and promotes Torquay as her birthplace and inspiration.
How much income did Agatha Christie Festival Limited report in 2025?
Agatha Christie Festival Limited reported total income of £131k and reported expenditure of £143k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Agatha Christie Festival Limited registered as a charity?
Agatha Christie Festival Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 February 2016 as charity number 1165573. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Agatha Christie Festival Limited?
Agatha Christie Festival Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Heather Norman-Soderlind. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Agatha Christie Festival Limited operate?
Agatha Christie Festival Limited operates in Torbay, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Agatha Christie Festival Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Agatha Christie Festival Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165573.
Details
30 The Terrace
TORQUAY
TQ1 1BS
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- International Agatha Christie Festival Limited
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- 14 May 2026
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