Mid Pennine Arts
Also known as: Mid Pennine Arts Limited, Mid Pennine Arts Ltd, Mpa
We were founded in 1966 and incorporated with this registration in 2012. We are a commissioning agency working in collaboration to create high quality art in response to the rich and diverse contexts of the dramatic and often beautiful post-industrial landscape of the Pennines, hand in hand with its resilient and resourceful community. See charity 250642 for details of our previous work.
Activities & Mission
We were founded in 1966 and incorporated with this registration in 2012. We are a commissioning agency working in collaboration to create high quality art in response to the rich and diverse contexts of the dramatic and often beautiful post-industrial landscape of the Pennines, hand in hand with its resilient and resourceful community. See charity 250642 for details of our previous work.
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
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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 | £76,427 | £83,593 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2024 | £142,104 | £141,549 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £181,655 | £181,236 | 0 / 24 | |||
| 2022 | £119,582 | £119,420 | 0 / 33 | |||
| 2021 | £185,348 | £156,193 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about Mid Pennine Arts
What does Mid Pennine Arts do?
We were founded in 1966 and incorporated with this registration in 2012. We are a commissioning agency working in collaboration to create high quality art in response to the rich and diverse contexts of the dramatic and often beautiful post-industrial landscape of the Pennines, hand in hand with its resilient and resourceful community. See charity 250642 for details of our previous work.
How much income did Mid Pennine Arts report in 2025?
Mid Pennine Arts reported total income of £76k and reported expenditure of £84k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Mid Pennine Arts registered as a charity?
Mid Pennine Arts was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 January 2012 as charity number 1145521. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Mid Pennine Arts?
Mid Pennine Arts is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lesley Giddins. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Mid Pennine Arts operate?
Mid Pennine Arts operates across 4 areas: Blackburn With Darwen, Blackpool, Calderdale and Lancashire.
Is Mid Pennine Arts a registered charity?
Yes — Mid Pennine Arts is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1145521.
Details
123 St. James's Street
BURNLEY
Lancashire
BB11 1PP
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Also Known As
- Mid Pennine Arts Limited
- Mid Pennine Arts Ltd
- Mpa
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- 30 July 2026
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