Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival
The funding, organisation and promotion of the annual Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival. Festival events are open to and attended by members of the public from across the community including our local schools.
Activities & Mission
The funding, organisation and promotion of the annual Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival. Festival events are open to and attended by members of the public from across the community including our local schools.
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.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £158,386 | £147,207 | 0 / 75 | |||
| 2023 | £162,274 | £172,267 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2022 | £137,674 | £148,776 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2021 | £138,802 | £124,345 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2020 | £36,622 | £48,293 | 0 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival
What does Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival do?
The funding, organisation and promotion of the annual Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival. Festival events are open to and attended by members of the public from across the community including our local schools.
How much income did Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival report in 2024?
Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival reported total income of £158k and reported expenditure of £147k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival registered as a charity?
Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2009 as charity number 1127885. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival?
Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival operate?
Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival a registered charity?
Yes — Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1127885.
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EX8 2BN
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