Literature Works
Also known as: Cyprus Well
Literature Works is the literature development agency for the South West. We are dedicated to developing a sustainable, confident and connected literature sector for the whole region by raising investments, awarding funding, conducting research and creating strategies which widen participation and engagement in reading and writing.
Activities & Mission
Literature Works is the literature development agency for the South West. We are dedicated to developing a sustainable, confident and connected literature sector for the whole region by raising investments, awarding funding, conducting research and creating strategies which widen participation and engagement in reading and writing.
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
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 | £160,667 | £161,167 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £215,097 | £193,218 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £163,839 | £215,829 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £241,852 | £223,848 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £201,658 | £179,935 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Literature Works
What does Literature Works do?
Literature Works is the literature development agency for the South West. We are dedicated to developing a sustainable, confident and connected literature sector for the whole region by raising investments, awarding funding, conducting research and creating strategies which widen participation and engagement in reading and writing.
How much income did Literature Works report in 2025?
Literature Works reported total income of £161k and reported expenditure of £161k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Literature Works registered as a charity?
Literature Works was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 November 2009 as charity number 1132586. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Literature Works?
Literature Works is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Literature Works operate?
Literature Works operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Literature Works a registered charity?
Yes — Literature Works is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1132586.
Details
Courtenay House
Pynes Hill
EXETER
EX2 5AZ
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Cyprus Well
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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