Lymearts Community Trust Limited
Also known as: Lyme Youth Theatre, Marine Theatre
The principal activity of the trust is the ownership and running of The Marine Theatre. The main activity is theatrical productions and the running of a Youth theatre. Activities also include hiring out of theatre to local user groups and for private functions.
Activities & Mission
The principal activity of the trust is the ownership and running of The Marine Theatre. The main activity is theatrical productions and the running of a Youth theatre. Activities also include hiring out of theatre to local user groups and for private functions.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 31% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 20% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% 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 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £934,950 | £796,144 | £683,611 | £790,345 | £200,634 | 5 / 30 |
| 2023 | £520,937 | £508,568 | £457,307 | £651,539 | £150,890 | 4 / 30 |
| 2022 | £477,288 | £436,109 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2021 | £236,379 | £143,807 | 0 / 86 | |||
| 2021 | £304,503 | £256,074 | 0 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Lymearts Community Trust Limited
What does Lymearts Community Trust Limited do?
The principal activity of the trust is the ownership and running of The Marine Theatre. The main activity is theatrical productions and the running of a Youth theatre. Activities also include hiring out of theatre to local user groups and for private functions.
How much income did Lymearts Community Trust Limited report in 2024?
Lymearts Community Trust Limited reported total income of £935k and reported expenditure of £796k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Lymearts Community Trust Limited?
Lymearts Community Trust Limited has a program ratio of 73.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 31% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Lymearts Community Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Lymearts Community Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 May 2004 as charity number 1103599. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Lymearts Community Trust Limited?
Lymearts Community Trust Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lymearts Community Trust Limited operate?
Lymearts Community Trust Limited operates across 2 areas: Devon and Dorset.
Is Lymearts Community Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Lymearts Community Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1103599.
Details
Church Street
Lyme Regis
DT7 3QB
Registry Information
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Lyme Youth Theatre
- Marine Theatre
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated