Buxton Well Dressing Festival
Preserve and promote the historical tradition of a Well Dressing Festival
Activities & Mission
Preserve and promote the historical tradition of a Well Dressing Festival
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 2025.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £21,401 | £19,305 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2024 | £20,707 | £17,584 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2023 | £18,264 | £15,890 | 0 / 450 | |||
| 2022 | £17,242 | £16,690 | 0 / 200 | |||
| 2021 | £1,859 | £4,868 | 0 / 96 |
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Frequently asked questions about Buxton Well Dressing Festival
What does Buxton Well Dressing Festival do?
Preserve and promote the historical tradition of a Well Dressing Festival
How much income did Buxton Well Dressing Festival report in 2025?
Buxton Well Dressing Festival reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £19k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Buxton Well Dressing Festival registered as a charity?
Buxton Well Dressing Festival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 2014 as charity number 1156707. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Buxton Well Dressing Festival?
Buxton Well Dressing Festival is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD WILLIAM LOWER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Buxton Well Dressing Festival operate?
Buxton Well Dressing Festival operates in Derbyshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Buxton Well Dressing Festival a registered charity?
Yes — Buxton Well Dressing Festival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156707.
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