Arts Charities
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The Tudor Players
ArtsWe are an amateur drama group who regularly produce 3 full length plays and a one-act play each year. We are currently self funding. We aim to provide the performing arts for the local community whilst allowing all individuals to develop their own talents.
The Dorking Concertgoers Society
Arts, ResearchTo educate the public in the art and science of music through the promotion of an annual series of classical music concerts
West Wales Maritime Heritage Society
Arts, HeritageAcquire, restore, maintain and use marine craft of historical interest.Sail and or display craft at maritime festivals and other events.Research maritime and linked history related to West Wales.Disseminate this information through displays, publications and other means.
Centro Social De Mayores (social Centre For The Elderly)
Arts, Beneficiary group, Social welfareTo serve as a centre point for elderly Spanish citizens in the United Kingdom & contribute to their welfare by offering services of social & cultural character through the following activities: Exercise, language & Literacy, Art & Crafts, Computer Skills classes. Daily activities to encourage social interaction: playing card games, dominoes, etc and the offer of general help and advice.
The Cressy Foundation
Arts, Charitable activities, EducationAwarding scholarships exhibitions endowments or grants or maintenance allowances tenable at the Prebendal School Chichester and making grants to Western Orchestral Society Ltd and Western Orchestral Foundation Charity.
Earth Science Teachers Association
Arts, ResearchThe aim of the Earth Science Teachers Association (ESTA) is to support the teaching of earth sciences whether as a single subject such as Geology, or as part of science, geography or other courses. ESTA helps teachers at all levels. It publishes a magazine (teaching earth sciences), runs an annual course and conference and develops web-based earth science teaching resources.
Christian Books
ArtsRetail and supply of Christian resources
Colchester Choral Society
ArtsColchester Choral Society works to uphold and strengthen the English Choral tradition by performing public concerts to a high standard with professional soloists and orchestras.
Acton Bridge Community Association
Arts, Associations, LeisureABCA has active Tennis and Bowls sections, and there are also specific user groups, i.e. Scottish Dancing, WI, Snooker / Billiards, and TaeKwondo, Ukele band. The funds raised from letting cover most of the maintenance needs of the Parish Rooms. The Bowls and Tennis groups are self sufficient through their membership.
Trianon Music Group
Arts, FacilitiesTrianon Music Group consists of a large symphony orchestra and choir who perform three major concerts each year. At other times throughout the year members of Trianon also participate in smaller groups who perform Community Concerts in churches, village halls and community centres. The group also hosts Music Study Days and participates in other regional musical events.
Talgarreg Memorial Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, LeisureHIRE THE PREMISES TO THE COMMUNITY, BUILDING USED FOR THE NURSERY SCHOOL, YOGA, LINE DANCING, WELSH YOUTH CLUB ETC
The Friends Of Aphrodisias Trust
Arts, Associations, HeritageThe promotion of research in archaeology, ancient and classical sculpture etc. particularly at aphrodisias. The dissemination of information relating thereto through publications, lectures and provision of sculpture casts.
The Park Lane Group Limited
ArtsTo promote, advance, encourage, develop and improve education, particularly musical education, by disseminating knowledge of music generally and in particular by providing, presenting, organising, producing, promoting and managing concerts, operas, ballets.
No's 1 And 2 Paddock Studios Paddock Lane Lewes East Sussex
Arts, ResearchThe principal objectives of the charity is to promote, improve, develop and maintain publiceducation in the appreciation of the art and science of visual arts including practicalparticipation in them such as the holding of lectures, seminars and exhibitions.
Thurmaston Community Social Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Leisure, Religion, Social welfareCommunityCentre & Library, serving multi-ethic community. Activities hub for Co-op Women Guild, Art & Over 70s clubs, dance, stage, tap, keep fit, Martial Arts classes. Popular venue for engagements, weddings, christenings, birthday parties. Largest operational stage in area used for and cinema shows, charity fund raising events, church services and other social events for the community.
The Downland Chorale
ArtsMembers of Downland Chorale belong to the choir to enjoy rehearsing and performing together. Founded over 40 years ago, membership varies between 50- 60, and covers the full voice range. Members fund rehearsals and performances, but members of the public are invited to attend our concerts to help defray costs. We currently have no sponsorship or local authority funding.
Christian Science Society Leamington Spa
Arts, Religion, ResearchWe are a branch of The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston Mass. U.S.A. and as such hold church services on Sundays and Wednesday evenings, as well as supporting a Reading Room where members of the public may purchase religious books or use our free lending library. The Reading Room also provides a quiet study area for people to come and sit, or ask for help or advice from the librarian.
Sidmouth Choral Society
ArtsWeekly rehearsals to encourage education and appreciation of choral music culminating in 2 or 3 concerts per year
The Margaret And Netlam Bigg Trust Fund
Arts, ReligionThe promotion of a festival of the arts within the area of Stroud District Council and other events. To develop public interest in and knowledge of drama in the Church. Visual and dramatic arts, music poetry and ballet and to increase public appreciation of good design in architecture, in industrial products and in crafts and craftmanship and in general to advance education in the arts and artisti
John Moores Painting Prize Trust
ArtsPromotion of an exhibition of contemporary painting or other visual art, currently every two years
Neuadd Bentref Pantperthog (pantperthog Village Hall)
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Facilities, Health, LeisureCommunity venue providing space and facilities for the local population and further afield. We aim to serve and enhance our locality. There are playgroups, arts groups, sewing groups, fitness classes and meditation, parties, fundraising activities, meals, film nights, a place to meet, to learn, somewhere to enhance connections with others and offer/attend regular or one off classes and events
Memorial Hall
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Leisure, ReligionLocal village hall that provides amenities and activities for local residents. The hall is available to hire for various village events - choir, keep fit, exhibitions, children's groups etc. We also run monthly coffee mornings, soup lunches that are well attended by the older village residents. The hall is also used by the local parish council and the church council.
Bristol Bach Choir
ArtsPromotion of excellence in choral singing by the preparation for and presentation of concerts for the general public.
The Actors Of Dionysus
ArtsNational & international touring theatre company, specialising in new adaptations of ancient Greek drama & new writing inspired by myth, performed in a bold, accessible & physical style. We work with many new & established artistic collaborators to create exciting & dynamic work. We also have a strong educational outreach programme of workshops, talk-backs, publications, DVDS & audio-CDs.
Sinfonia Of Leeds
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTHE OBJECTS OF THE SOCIETY SHALL BE TO ADVANCE, IMPROVE, DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN PUBLIC EDUCATION IN, AND APPRECIATION OF, THE ART AND SCIENCE OF MUSIC IN ALL ITS ASPECTS BY ANY MEANS THE TRUSTEES SEE FIT, INCLUDING THROUGH THE PRESENTATION OF PUBLIC CONCERTS AND RECITALS.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many arts charities are there in the UK?
There are 6,454 registered arts charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the arts charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of arts charities?
Arts charities reported a combined annual income of £6.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for arts charities?
Across all arts charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of arts charities?
Arts charities have an average annual income of £678k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.