High Peak Theatre Trust Limited
Also known as: Buxton Opera House
To operate as a Theatre Trust at Buxton Opera House and Pavilion Arts Centre in order to present and develop a programme of theatre,dance,opera and music and other genre.In addition to run and maintain Buxton Opera House as a Grade 2* Listed building.
Activities & Mission
To operate as a Theatre Trust at Buxton Opera House and Pavilion Arts Centre in order to present and develop a programme of theatre,dance,opera and music and other genre.In addition to run and maintain Buxton Opera House as a Grade 2* Listed building.
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 32% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 61% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 54% 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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,655,696 | £3,041,589 | £2,974,798 | £2,745,365 | £584,635 | 44 / 129 |
| 2024 | £3,363,118 | £2,866,018 | £2,796,988 | £2,131,254 | £1,583,291 | 63 / 120 |
| 2023 | £2,707,109 | £2,597,318 | £2,543,536 | £1,634,154 | £611,518 | 55 / 100 |
| 2022 | £2,269,897 | £2,209,531 | £2,202,001 | £1,420,308 | £731,072 | 54 / 100 |
| 2021 | £1,223,574 | £1,238,778 | £1,234,985 | £1,359,942 | £731,072 | 37 / 130 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about High Peak Theatre Trust Limited
What does High Peak Theatre Trust Limited do?
To operate as a Theatre Trust at Buxton Opera House and Pavilion Arts Centre in order to present and develop a programme of theatre,dance,opera and music and other genre.In addition to run and maintain Buxton Opera House as a Grade 2* Listed building.
How much income did High Peak Theatre Trust Limited report in 2025?
High Peak Theatre Trust Limited reported total income of £3.66m and reported expenditure of £3.04m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is High Peak Theatre Trust Limited?
High Peak Theatre Trust Limited has a program ratio of 81.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 32% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was High Peak Theatre Trust Limited registered as a charity?
High Peak Theatre Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 March 1978 as charity number 507354. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs High Peak Theatre Trust Limited?
High Peak Theatre Trust Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROFESSOR JUDITH SIMONS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does High Peak Theatre Trust Limited operate?
High Peak Theatre Trust Limited operates in Derbyshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is High Peak Theatre Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — High Peak Theatre Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 507354.
Details
BUXTON
DERBYSHIRE
SK17 6AZ
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Also Known As
- Buxton Opera House
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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