Make Southwest

Also known as: Devon Guild of Craftsmen

MAKE Southwest is dedicated to enriching lives through Making and Craft. As an education charity it engages with communities and young people to provide learning opportunities through outreach, exhibitions, and workshops. For Makers it offers professional development, help with reducing environmental impact and showcasing their work.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Local Authority

Cornwall Devon Dorset Gloucestershire Somerset Wiltshire

Financial Information

Latest Income

£376,046

Latest Expenditure

£332,479

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 88.4%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 88.4%

Expenditure as % of income

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	Staff
2025	£376,046	£332,479	0 / 6
2024	£451,813	£430,740	0 / 5
2023	£382,957	£423,807	0 / 0
2022	£455,316	£369,022	0 / 1
2021	£353,548	£272,167	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Make Southwest

What does Make Southwest do?

How much income did Make Southwest report in 2025?

Make Southwest reported total income of £376k and reported expenditure of £332k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Make Southwest registered as a charity?

Make Southwest was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 April 1987 as charity number 296568. It has been registered for 39 years.

Who runs Make Southwest?

Make Southwest is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Make Southwest operate?

Make Southwest operates across 6 areas, including Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Make Southwest a registered charity?

Yes — Make Southwest is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 296568.