British Textile Biennial
Taking place every two years across East Lancashire in public spaces, galleries & historic buildings, the British Textile Biennial commissions artists to make & present work in the context of the area. The festival is underpinned by a year-round programme of research, residencies & community engagement projects.
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Taking place every two years across East Lancashire in public spaces, galleries & historic buildings, the British Textile Biennial commissions artists to make & present work in the context of the area. The festival is underpinned by a year-round programme of research, residencies & community engagement projects.
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As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £785,629 | £826,531 | £826,531 | £169,510 | £140,000 | 4 / 89 |
| 2025 | £441,757 | £272,125 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £723,692 | £741,997 | £741,997 | £40,782 | £40,782 | 2 / 83 |
| 2023 | £134,171 | £107,998 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £533,655 | £500,740 | £499,825 | £32,915 | £0 | 0 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about British Textile Biennial
What does British Textile Biennial do?
Taking place every two years across East Lancashire in public spaces, galleries & historic buildings, the British Textile Biennial commissions artists to make & present work in the context of the area. The festival is underpinned by a year-round programme of research, residencies & community engagement projects.
How much income did British Textile Biennial report in 2026?
British Textile Biennial reported total income of £786k and reported expenditure of £827k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was British Textile Biennial registered as a charity?
British Textile Biennial was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 May 2021 as charity number 1194433. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs British Textile Biennial?
British Textile Biennial is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does British Textile Biennial operate?
British Textile Biennial operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is British Textile Biennial a registered charity?
Yes — British Textile Biennial is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194433.
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