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Beaford Arts

Also known as: The Beaford Arts Centre, The Beaford Centre, The Beaford Collection, Village Voice

The aim of Beaford Arts is to work with the people of Devon, primarily in the Northern region, to deliver an inspiring and imaginative programme of high quality creative arts projects, events and activities and helping to address the issues of rural isolation and social exclusion; and to run a residential centre for the arts with a priority for educative work with young people.

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Activities & Mission

The aim of Beaford Arts is to work with the people of Devon, primarily in the Northern region, to deliver an inspiring and imaginative programme of high quality creative arts projects, events and activities and helping to address the issues of rural isolation and social exclusion; and to run a residential centre for the arts with a priority for educative work with young people.

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
£212,225
Latest Expenditure
£259,246

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 122.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 122.2%
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
£212,225
£259,2460 / 100
2024
£270,365
£287,6070 / 100
2023
£236,734
£258,2640 / 150
2022
£325,890
£349,6370 / 250
2021
£243,860
£218,4280 / 200

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Beaford Arts

What does Beaford Arts do?

The aim of Beaford Arts is to work with the people of Devon, primarily in the Northern region, to deliver an inspiring and imaginative programme of high quality creative arts projects, events and activities and helping to address the issues of rural isolation and social exclusion; and to run a residential centre for the arts with a priority for educative work with young people.

How much income did Beaford Arts report in 2025?

Beaford Arts reported total income of £212k and reported expenditure of £259k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Beaford Arts registered as a charity?

Beaford Arts was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 April 1980 as charity number 279784. It has been registered for 46 years.

Who runs Beaford Arts?

Beaford Arts is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is THOMAS LANGDON DAVIES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Beaford Arts operate?

Beaford Arts operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Beaford Arts a registered charity?

Yes — Beaford Arts is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 279784.

Details

Address
Bridge Chambers
BARNSTAPLE
Devon
EX31 1HB
Registration Date
17 April 1980
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
279784
Charity Number
279784

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Trustees

THOMAS LANGDON DAVIES Chair
Andrew Quale
Claire Kelly
Ella Ravilious
John Barnham
MARTYN WARREN
Mary Jackson
Rose Young-French
Sara Feasey
Simon Standing
Su Maria Luciani-Kane

Also Known As

  • The Beaford Arts Centre
  • The Beaford Centre
  • The Beaford Collection
  • Village Voice

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Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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