Camden Arts Centre
The objectives are to advance the education of the public in the understanding and appreciation of the arts. The charity operates Camden Arts Centre, north London's leading venue for contemporary visual art of regional, national and international significance incorporating galleries for temporary exhibitions, studios and workshops for educational activities.
Activities & Mission
The objectives are to advance the education of the public in the understanding and appreciation of the arts. The charity operates Camden Arts Centre, north London's leading venue for contemporary visual art of regional, national and international significance incorporating galleries for temporary exhibitions, studios and workshops for educational activities.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 17% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 20% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 17% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,301,315 | £2,652,621 | £2,172,222 | £2,845,349 | £371,190 | 37 / 194 |
| 2024 | £2,568,166 | £2,368,544 | £2,056,075 | £2,196,655 | £347,233 | 34 / 175 |
| 2023 | £2,155,251 | £2,317,473 | £2,068,031 | £1,997,033 | £348,988 | 36 / 137 |
| 2022 | £1,730,356 | £2,031,369 | £1,804,607 | £2,159,255 | £401,050 | 40 / 58 |
| 2021 | £1,812,310 | £1,790,772 | £1,616,106 | £2,460,268 | £317,964 | 45 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Camden Arts Centre
What does Camden Arts Centre do?
The objectives are to advance the education of the public in the understanding and appreciation of the arts. The charity operates Camden Arts Centre, north London's leading venue for contemporary visual art of regional, national and international significance incorporating galleries for temporary exhibitions, studios and workshops for educational activities.
How much income did Camden Arts Centre report in 2025?
Camden Arts Centre reported total income of £3.30m and reported expenditure of £2.65m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Camden Arts Centre?
Camden Arts Centre has a program ratio of 65.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 17% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Camden Arts Centre registered as a charity?
Camden Arts Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 November 1997 as charity number 1065829. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Camden Arts Centre?
Camden Arts Centre is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Earl Fobert. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Camden Arts Centre operate?
Camden Arts Centre operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Camden Arts Centre a registered charity?
Yes — Camden Arts Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1065829.
Details
ARKWRIGHT ROAD
LONDON
NW3 6DG
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