Exeter Northcott Theatre Company
Also known as: En Theatre Company
Exeter Northcott Theatre serves a catchment of 551,000 homes from its home on the University of Exeter's Streatham Campus with a programme of touring drama, dance, opera, music, comedy and family theatre . A flagship for the city, the theatre plays a vital role in Exeter's cultural life acting as a magnet for thousands of people of all ages interested in attending and taking part in live theatre.
Activities & Mission
Exeter Northcott Theatre serves a catchment of 551,000 homes from its home on the University of Exeter's Streatham Campus with a programme of touring drama, dance, opera, music, comedy and family theatre . A flagship for the city, the theatre plays a vital role in Exeter's cultural life acting as a magnet for thousands of people of all ages interested in attending and taking part in live theatre.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 69% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 51% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 50% 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.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Barnfield Theatre Ltd (organisation 263944)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,375,369 | £3,458,248 | £3,306,237 | £946,777 | £843,082 | 71 / 50 |
| 2024 | £3,272,806 | £3,280,681 | £3,109,244 | £1,029,656 | £947,663 | 67 / 50 |
| 2023 | £2,913,431 | £2,967,084 | £2,747,828 | £1,037,531 | £978,662 | 59 / 52 |
| 2022 | £2,966,666 | £2,787,815 | £2,550,871 | £1,091,184 | £989,784 | 44 / 43 |
| 2021 | £1,254,390 | £1,194,205 | £1,175,326 | £912,333 | £583,792 | 25 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Exeter Northcott Theatre Company
What does Exeter Northcott Theatre Company do?
Exeter Northcott Theatre serves a catchment of 551,000 homes from its home on the University of Exeter's Streatham Campus with a programme of touring drama, dance, opera, music, comedy and family theatre . A flagship for the city, the theatre plays a vital role in Exeter's cultural life acting as a magnet for thousands of people of all ages interested in attending and taking part in live theatre.
How much income did Exeter Northcott Theatre Company report in 2025?
Exeter Northcott Theatre Company reported total income of £3.38m and reported expenditure of £3.46m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Exeter Northcott Theatre Company?
Exeter Northcott Theatre Company has a program ratio of 98.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 69% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Exeter Northcott Theatre Company registered as a charity?
Exeter Northcott Theatre Company was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 April 2013 as charity number 1151620. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Exeter Northcott Theatre Company?
Exeter Northcott Theatre Company is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Exeter Northcott Theatre Company operate?
Exeter Northcott Theatre Company operates across 3 areas: Cornwall, Devon and Somerset.
Is Exeter Northcott Theatre Company a registered charity?
Yes — Exeter Northcott Theatre Company is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151620.
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Also Known As
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- 14 May 2026
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