Castlefield Gallery
Also known as: Castlefield Gallery Limited, Manchester Artists Studio Association
The charity provides an educational service using contemporary visual arts. It does so by presenting new and thought-provoking exhibitions, events, talks and workshops accessible by the public. Its talent development activities for emerging artists such as mentoring, training and other professional development facilities act to nurture creativity and connect them with audiences.
Activities & Mission
The charity provides an educational service using contemporary visual arts. It does so by presenting new and thought-provoking exhibitions, events, talks and workshops accessible by the public. Its talent development activities for emerging artists such as mentoring, training and other professional development facilities act to nurture creativity and connect them with audiences.
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 60% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 71% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £671,435 | £627,518 | £627,518 | £524,959 | £186,390 | 7 / 51 |
| 2024 | £608,101 | £700,207 | £700,207 | £481,042 | £123,383 | 5 / 93 |
| 2023 | £662,468 | £787,554 | £787,554 | £573,148 | £140,717 | 8 / 47 |
| 2022 | £771,881 | £688,563 | £688,563 | £698,234 | £184,709 | 6 / 36 |
| 2021 | £695,639 | £534,828 | £534,828 | £614,916 | £156,299 | 6 / 9 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Castlefield Gallery
What does Castlefield Gallery do?
The charity provides an educational service using contemporary visual arts. It does so by presenting new and thought-provoking exhibitions, events, talks and workshops accessible by the public. Its talent development activities for emerging artists such as mentoring, training and other professional development facilities act to nurture creativity and connect them with audiences.
How much income did Castlefield Gallery report in 2025?
Castlefield Gallery reported total income of £671k and reported expenditure of £628k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Castlefield Gallery?
Castlefield Gallery has a program ratio of 93.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 60% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Castlefield Gallery registered as a charity?
Castlefield Gallery was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 September 1984 as charity number 515571. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs Castlefield Gallery?
Castlefield Gallery is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alisha Kadri. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Castlefield Gallery operate?
Castlefield Gallery operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Castlefield Gallery a registered charity?
Yes — Castlefield Gallery is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 515571.
Details
MANCHESTER
M15 4GB
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Also Known As
- Castlefield Gallery Limited
- Manchester Artists Studio Association
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated