Manchester Literature Festival
Production of annual Literature Festival and associated year round activities in district of Manchester.
Activities & Mission
Production of annual Literature Festival and associated year round activities in district of Manchester.
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
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 | £248,172 | £237,224 | 0 / 98 | |||
| 2024 | £269,312 | £248,514 | 0 / 87 | |||
| 2023 | £239,293 | £226,777 | 0 / 55 | |||
| 2022 | £226,131 | £226,399 | 0 / 51 | |||
| 2021 | £221,446 | £167,287 | 0 / 22 |
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Frequently asked questions about Manchester Literature Festival
What does Manchester Literature Festival do?
Production of annual Literature Festival and associated year round activities in district of Manchester.
How much income did Manchester Literature Festival report in 2025?
Manchester Literature Festival reported total income of £248k and reported expenditure of £237k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Manchester Literature Festival registered as a charity?
Manchester Literature Festival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 October 2007 as charity number 1121276. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs Manchester Literature Festival?
Manchester Literature Festival 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 Manchester Literature Festival operate?
Manchester Literature Festival operates in Manchester City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Manchester Literature Festival a registered charity?
Yes — Manchester Literature Festival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1121276.
Details
THE DEPARTMENT STORE
5 OAK STREET
MANCHESTER
M4 5JD
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