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Grantham Dramatic Society

Grantham Dramatic Society is a local amateur dramatic society, established in 1945. Its main aim is to foster and promote the knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the dramatic arts amongst the people of Grantham and the surrounding area. The Society engages in live theatre performances as well as short sketches, outdoor events and promotional videos, and numerous social activities.

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Activities & Mission

Grantham Dramatic Society is a local amateur dramatic society, established in 1945. Its main aim is to foster and promote the knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the dramatic arts amongst the people of Grantham and the surrounding area. The Society engages in live theatre performances as well as short sketches, outdoor events and promotional videos, and numerous social 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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£23,021
Latest Expenditure
£27,597

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 119.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 119.9%
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
£23,021
£27,5970 / 50
2024
£20,344
£30,1190 / 60
2023
£18,278
£17,4570 / 55
2022
£21,566
£13,8730 / 60

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Grantham Dramatic Society

What does Grantham Dramatic Society do?

Grantham Dramatic Society is a local amateur dramatic society, established in 1945. Its main aim is to foster and promote the knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the dramatic arts amongst the people of Grantham and the surrounding area. The Society engages in live theatre performances as well as short sketches, outdoor events and promotional videos, and numerous social activities.

How much income did Grantham Dramatic Society report in 2025?

Grantham Dramatic Society reported total income of £23k and reported expenditure of £28k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Grantham Dramatic Society registered as a charity?

Grantham Dramatic Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 July 1968 as charity number 256227. It has been registered for 58 years.

Who runs Grantham Dramatic Society?

Grantham Dramatic Society is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Grantham Dramatic Society operate?

Grantham Dramatic Society operates in Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Grantham Dramatic Society a registered charity?

Yes — Grantham Dramatic Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 256227.

Details

Address
R/O 85 Westgate
GRANTHAM
Lincolnshire
NG31 6LE
Registration Date
2 July 1968
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
256227
Charity Number
256227

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Trustees

ALLISON ALLEN
HELEN PACK
Leigh Matsell
MARK BROWN
ROSEMARY GIBSON
Sarah Clark
Sharne Gimbert
Sophie Read
TOM MCKAY
Victoria Dexter

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