Magpie Dance
Enabling people with learning disabilities to take a full and integrated part in the artistic life of the community through dance.
Activities & Mission
Enabling people with learning disabilities to take a full and integrated part in the artistic life of the community through dance.
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 37% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 30% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 29% 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £383,955 | £468,728 | 0 / 28 | |||
| 2024 | £531,169 | £455,238 | £416,488 | £443,966 | £413,133 | 4 / 30 |
| 2023 | £402,707 | £398,013 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £427,923 | £344,159 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £311,687 | £278,029 | 0 / 18 |
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Frequently asked questions about Magpie Dance
What does Magpie Dance do?
Enabling people with learning disabilities to take a full and integrated part in the artistic life of the community through dance.
How much income did Magpie Dance report in 2025?
Magpie Dance reported total income of £384k and reported expenditure of £469k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Magpie Dance?
Magpie Dance has a program ratio of 78.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 37% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Magpie Dance registered as a charity?
Magpie Dance was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 May 1997 as charity number 1062185. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Magpie Dance?
Magpie Dance is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christopher Wicks. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Magpie Dance operate?
Magpie Dance operates across 4 areas: Bexley, Bromley, Croydon and Lewisham.
Is Magpie Dance a registered charity?
Yes — Magpie Dance is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1062185.
Details
HIGH STREET
BROMLEY
BR1 1HA
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