Independent Cinema Office
Also known as: Ico
Film programming advice and bookings for non profit cinemas; training programmes of non-commercial cinemas; training for the independent exhibition sector; distribution of films; consultancy; organising events for film societies and independent cinemas; advocacy for the sector and grant giving.
Activities & Mission
Film programming advice and bookings for non profit cinemas; training programmes of non-commercial cinemas; training for the independent exhibition sector; distribution of films; consultancy; organising events for film societies and independent cinemas; advocacy for the sector and grant giving.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 61% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 76% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £1,715,952 | £1,667,157 | £1,667,157 | £740,489 | £229,026 | 20 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,698,040 | £1,639,719 | £1,639,719 | £691,694 | £208,107 | 20 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,936,460 | £2,061,219 | £2,053,977 | £633,373 | £167,382 | 27 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,669,899 | £1,741,336 | £1,734,800 | £757,905 | £97,356 | 23 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,530,344 | £1,436,241 | £1,436,241 | £830,368 | £126,925 | 20 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Independent Cinema Office
What does Independent Cinema Office do?
Film programming advice and bookings for non profit cinemas; training programmes of non-commercial cinemas; training for the independent exhibition sector; distribution of films; consultancy; organising events for film societies and independent cinemas; advocacy for the sector and grant giving.
How much income did Independent Cinema Office report in 2025?
Independent Cinema Office reported total income of £1.72m and reported expenditure of £1.67m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Independent Cinema Office?
Independent Cinema Office has a program ratio of 97.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 61% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Independent Cinema Office registered as a charity?
Independent Cinema Office was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 April 2005 as charity number 1109053. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Independent Cinema Office?
Independent Cinema Office is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is DOROTHY JOAN WILSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Independent Cinema Office operate?
Independent Cinema Office operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Independent Cinema Office a registered charity?
Yes — Independent Cinema Office is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1109053.
Details
9 Bickels Yard
151-153 Bermondsey Street
LONDON
SE1 3HA
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- 14 May 2026
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