International Documentary Festival Sheffield
Also known as: Doc/fest, Docfest, Sheffield Doc/fest, Sheffield Docfest
Sheffield DocFest's mission is to advance the art of film, education and training in the art of documentary filmmaking. We offer filmmakers and artists a place for inspiration, debate, growth and challenge, providing an international platform to launch works as part of a carefully curated programme that challenges trends, brings diversity and enriches engagement.
Activities & Mission
Sheffield DocFest's mission is to advance the art of film, education and training in the art of documentary filmmaking. We offer filmmakers and artists a place for inspiration, debate, growth and challenge, providing an international platform to launch works as part of a carefully curated programme that challenges trends, brings diversity and enriches engagement.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 86% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 65% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 82% 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 | £1,393,957 | £1,503,415 | £1,483,415 | £43,370 | £43,370 | 20 / 465 |
| 2024 | £1,474,370 | £1,425,566 | £1,405,566 | £187,763 | £187,763 | 15 / 380 |
| 2023 | £1,413,626 | £1,399,673 | £1,379,673 | £139,704 | £139,704 | 14 / 450 |
| 2022 | £1,519,342 | £1,477,657 | £1,457,657 | £123,791 | £123,971 | 13 / 300 |
| 2021 | £1,749,492 | £1,617,375 | £1,597,375 | £82,106 | £61,148 | 15 / 250 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about International Documentary Festival Sheffield
What does International Documentary Festival Sheffield do?
Sheffield DocFest's mission is to advance the art of film, education and training in the art of documentary filmmaking. We offer filmmakers and artists a place for inspiration, debate, growth and challenge, providing an international platform to launch works as part of a carefully curated programme that challenges trends, brings diversity and enriches engagement.
How much income did International Documentary Festival Sheffield report in 2025?
International Documentary Festival Sheffield reported total income of £1.39m and reported expenditure of £1.50m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is International Documentary Festival Sheffield?
International Documentary Festival Sheffield has a program ratio of 106.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 86% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was International Documentary Festival Sheffield registered as a charity?
International Documentary Festival Sheffield was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 August 2019 as charity number 1184849. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs International Documentary Festival Sheffield?
International Documentary Festival Sheffield is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Anne Morrison. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does International Documentary Festival Sheffield operate?
International Documentary Festival Sheffield operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is International Documentary Festival Sheffield a registered charity?
Yes — International Documentary Festival Sheffield is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1184849.
Details
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15 PATERNOSTER ROW
SHEFFIELD
S1 2BX
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Also Known As
- Doc/fest
- Docfest
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- Sheffield Docfest
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated