Light House Media Centre
Also known as: Light House
To advance the education of the public in all aspects of arts including but without limiting the foregoing, the arts of photography, film, television, animation, drama, music, opera & dance. To promote the arts by the establishment and maintenance of an art gallery, screening and showcasing of film and film related activities and the provision of technical production facilities.
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of the public in all aspects of arts including but without limiting the foregoing, the arts of photography, film, television, animation, drama, music, opera & dance. To promote the arts by the establishment and maintenance of an art gallery, screening and showcasing of film and film related activities and the provision of technical production facilities.
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 50% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 14% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 62% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2019.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | £884,568 | £980,864 | £773,284 | -£148,027 | £0 | 16 / 9 |
| 2018 | £550,284 | £606,704 | £483,719 | -£51,731 | £0 | 14 / 10 |
| 2017 | £573,647 | £626,658 | £496,311 | £4,689 | -£619 | 14 / 25 |
| 2016 | £594,447 | £619,668 | £472,630 | £31,700 | £31,700 | 14 / 9 |
| 2015 | £606,816 | £606,072 | £404,823 | £56,921 | £9,777 | 14 / 7 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Light House Media Centre
What does Light House Media Centre do?
To advance the education of the public in all aspects of arts including but without limiting the foregoing, the arts of photography, film, television, animation, drama, music, opera & dance. To promote the arts by the establishment and maintenance of an art gallery, screening and showcasing of film and film related activities and the provision of technical production facilities.
How much income did Light House Media Centre report in 2019?
Light House Media Centre reported total income of £885k and reported expenditure of £981k for the financial year ending 2019, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Light House Media Centre?
Light House Media Centre has a program ratio of 87.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 50% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Light House Media Centre registered as a charity?
Light House Media Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 March 2012 as charity number 1146547. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Light House Media Centre?
Light House Media Centre is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Light House Media Centre operate?
Light House Media Centre operates in Wolverhampton, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Light House Media Centre a registered charity?
Yes — Light House Media Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1146547.
Details
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- 14 May 2026
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