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Battle Festival

Also known as: Battle Arts and Music Festival

To advance education in all aspects of the creative arts, in particular, but not exclusively, by running an open access arts and culture festival in the town of Battle each year for public benefit.To enrich the lives of residents in Battle and the surrounding area by the promotion and encouragement of all forms of art.

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Activities & Mission

To advance education in all aspects of the creative arts, in particular, but not exclusively, by running an open access arts and culture festival in the town of Battle each year for public benefit.To enrich the lives of residents in Battle and the surrounding area by the promotion and encouragement of all forms of art.

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

Latest Income
£23,786
Latest Expenditure
£40,248

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 169.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 169.2%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£23,786
£40,2480 / 12
2024
£35,614
£34,5780 / 12
2023
£38,026
£35,5560 / 15
2022
£19,396
£23,5950 / 14
2021
£23,595
£12,4880 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Battle Festival

What does Battle Festival do?

To advance education in all aspects of the creative arts, in particular, but not exclusively, by running an open access arts and culture festival in the town of Battle each year for public benefit.To enrich the lives of residents in Battle and the surrounding area by the promotion and encouragement of all forms of art.

How much income did Battle Festival report in 2025?

Battle Festival reported total income of £24k and reported expenditure of £40k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Battle Festival registered as a charity?

Battle Festival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 July 2016 as charity number 1168104. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Battle Festival?

Battle Festival is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Furness. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Battle Festival operate?

Battle Festival operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Battle Festival a registered charity?

Yes — Battle Festival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168104.

Details

Address
16 Virgins Lane
Battle
TN33 0JH
Registration Date
7 July 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5080689
Charity Number
1168104

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Trustees

David Furness Chair
Claire Davies
JILL GYNGELL
Also governs 1 other charity
MELANIE JULIA POLWHELE POWELL

Also Known As

  • Battle Arts and Music Festival

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