Arnolfini Gallery CIO
Also known as: Arnolfini Gallery Limited, Arnolfini
The education of the public through the promotion and presentation of contemporary art, through exhibition, performance, dance, film, literature, poetry and music supported by an extensive education programme.
Activities & Mission
The education of the public through the promotion and presentation of contemporary art, through exhibition, performance, dance, film, literature, poetry and music supported by an extensive 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 34% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 18% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £1,560,647 | £1,592,741 | £1,290,954 | £7,548,001 | £942,751 | 47 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,531,859 | £1,577,073 | £1,306,576 | £7,473,370 | £879,944 | 35 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,552,601 | £1,553,989 | £1,273,354 | £7,267,577 | £859,037 | 33 / 3 |
| 2022 | £1,443,893 | £1,313,248 | £1,023,079 | £7,306,847 | £1,144,476 | 46 / 3 |
| 2021 | £1,271,210 | £841,797 | £699,805 | £7,295,915 | £821,012 | 62 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Arnolfini Gallery CIO
What does Arnolfini Gallery CIO do?
The education of the public through the promotion and presentation of contemporary art, through exhibition, performance, dance, film, literature, poetry and music supported by an extensive education programme.
How much income did Arnolfini Gallery CIO report in 2025?
Arnolfini Gallery CIO reported total income of £1.56m and reported expenditure of £1.59m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Arnolfini Gallery CIO?
Arnolfini Gallery CIO has a program ratio of 82.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 34% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Arnolfini Gallery CIO registered as a charity?
Arnolfini Gallery CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 June 1966 as charity number 311504. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs Arnolfini Gallery CIO?
Arnolfini Gallery CIO is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Paul James Gough. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Arnolfini Gallery CIO operate?
Arnolfini Gallery CIO operates in Bristol City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Arnolfini Gallery CIO a registered charity?
Yes — Arnolfini Gallery CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 311504.
Details
NARROW QUAY
BRISTOL
BS1 4QA
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Arnolfini Gallery Limited
- Arnolfini
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated