Frome Memorial Theatre Trust
Also known as: Frome Memorial Hall Trust
The Frome Memorial Theatre facilities, run by volunteers, provide recreation and entertainment. A 540 seat Theatre houses arts and cultural performances. The Frome Assembly rooms are community facilities used for smaller performances and rehearsals, a day centre for the elderly, blood donor unit, council meetings and a facility for private functions. It is the home of the local War Memorial.
Activities & Mission
The Frome Memorial Theatre facilities, run by volunteers, provide recreation and entertainment. A 540 seat Theatre houses arts and cultural performances. The Frome Assembly rooms are community facilities used for smaller performances and rehearsals, a day centre for the elderly, blood donor unit, council meetings and a facility for private functions. It is the home of the local War Memorial.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 11% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 4% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £618,430 | £581,581 | £170,857 | £211,333 | £211,333 | 1 / 125 |
| 2024 | £516,643 | £478,498 | £138,341 | £174,484 | £174,484 | 0 / 200 |
| 2023 | £557,361 | £439,289 | £135,610 | £136,339 | £136,339 | 0 / 192 |
| 2022 | £324,154 | £296,526 | 0 / 198 | |||
| 2021 | £90,239 | £104,146 | 0 / 80 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Frome Memorial Theatre Trust
What does Frome Memorial Theatre Trust do?
The Frome Memorial Theatre facilities, run by volunteers, provide recreation and entertainment. A 540 seat Theatre houses arts and cultural performances. The Frome Assembly rooms are community facilities used for smaller performances and rehearsals, a day centre for the elderly, blood donor unit, council meetings and a facility for private functions. It is the home of the local War Memorial.
How much income did Frome Memorial Theatre Trust report in 2025?
Frome Memorial Theatre Trust reported total income of £618k and reported expenditure of £582k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Frome Memorial Theatre Trust?
Frome Memorial Theatre Trust has a program ratio of 27.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 11% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Frome Memorial Theatre Trust registered as a charity?
Frome Memorial Theatre Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 September 2004 as charity number 1106051. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Frome Memorial Theatre Trust?
Frome Memorial Theatre Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR H J BARNES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Frome Memorial Theatre Trust operate?
Frome Memorial Theatre Trust operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Frome Memorial Theatre Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Frome Memorial Theatre Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1106051.
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Also Known As
- Frome Memorial Hall Trust
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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