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Claybody Theatre

Claybody Theatre shapes new and ambitious drama from the unique cultural heritage and contemporary lives of the people of North Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent. Claybody is inspired by the lives and experiences of local people, who form our Claybody Community. This diverse range of local people enrich our productions by performing onstage and volunteering Front of House and backstage.

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Activities & Mission

Claybody Theatre shapes new and ambitious drama from the unique cultural heritage and contemporary lives of the people of North Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent. Claybody is inspired by the lives and experiences of local people, who form our Claybody Community. This diverse range of local people enrich our productions by performing onstage and volunteering Front of House and backstage.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£335,676
Latest Expenditure
£267,960

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 79.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 79.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£335,676
£267,9600 / 32
2024
£316,331
£178,2280 / 25

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Claybody Theatre

What does Claybody Theatre do?

Claybody Theatre shapes new and ambitious drama from the unique cultural heritage and contemporary lives of the people of North Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent. Claybody is inspired by the lives and experiences of local people, who form our Claybody Community. This diverse range of local people enrich our productions by performing onstage and volunteering Front of House and backstage.

How much income did Claybody Theatre report in 2025?

Claybody Theatre reported total income of £336k and reported expenditure of £268k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Claybody Theatre registered as a charity?

Claybody Theatre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 March 2023 as charity number 1202441. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs Claybody Theatre?

Claybody Theatre is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Catherine Ralph. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Claybody Theatre operate?

Claybody Theatre operates in Stoke-on-trent City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Claybody Theatre a registered charity?

Yes — Claybody Theatre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202441.

Details

Address
5 Spode Courtyard
Church Street
STOKE-ON-TRENT
ST4 1BU
Registration Date
22 March 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5212609
Charity Number
1202441

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Trustees

Catherine Ralph Chair
Dr Jane Helen Krishnadas
Katie Jayne Hambleton
Mark Gregory
Also governs 1 other charity
PROF ERIC RAYMOND JOHNSON
Also governs 2 other charities
Rev Geoffrey Ejikeme Eze
Saul Peter Hewish

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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