Leicester Arts Centre Limited
Also known as: Phoenix Arts
Our vision is to enrich lives and celebrate diversity and ambition in film and art. Our mission is to be a dynamic artistic and creative centre where everyone can enjoy, learn about and make inspirational film and art; enriching individual lives and stimulating economic growth in Leicester and beyond. (Leicester Arts Centre operates under the brand name Phoenix).
Activities & Mission
Our vision is to enrich lives and celebrate diversity and ambition in film and art. Our mission is to be a dynamic artistic and creative centre where everyone can enjoy, learn about and make inspirational film and art; enriching individual lives and stimulating economic growth in Leicester and beyond. (Leicester Arts Centre operates under the brand name Phoenix).
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 69% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 18% 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.
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 | £2,429,770 | £2,878,956 | £2,388,347 | £7,986,574 | £414,220 | 50 / 2 |
| 2024 | £2,484,942 | £2,653,714 | £2,241,849 | £8,435,760 | £609,172 | 49 / 2 |
| 2023 | £5,532,102 | £1,731,580 | £1,523,384 | £8,604,532 | £967,490 | 46 / 2 |
| 2022 | £5,273,839 | £1,649,123 | £1,466,970 | £4,804,010 | £979,919 | 46 / 2 |
| 2021 | £1,956,512 | £1,356,949 | £1,186,480 | £1,179,294 | £617,299 | 42 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Leicester Arts Centre Limited
What does Leicester Arts Centre Limited do?
Our vision is to enrich lives and celebrate diversity and ambition in film and art. Our mission is to be a dynamic artistic and creative centre where everyone can enjoy, learn about and make inspirational film and art; enriching individual lives and stimulating economic growth in Leicester and beyond. (Leicester Arts Centre operates under the brand name Phoenix).
How much income did Leicester Arts Centre Limited report in 2025?
Leicester Arts Centre Limited reported total income of £2.43m and reported expenditure of £2.88m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Leicester Arts Centre Limited?
Leicester Arts Centre Limited has a program ratio of 98.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 69% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Leicester Arts Centre Limited registered as a charity?
Leicester Arts Centre Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 February 1989 as charity number 701078. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs Leicester Arts Centre Limited?
Leicester Arts Centre Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is ALI SINCLAIR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Leicester Arts Centre Limited operate?
Leicester Arts Centre Limited operates across 3 areas: Leicester City, Leicestershire and Rutland.
Is Leicester Arts Centre Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Leicester Arts Centre Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 701078.
Details
Phoenix Square
4 Midland Street
LEICESTER
LE1 1TG
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated