Mill Arts Centre Trust
Opened in 1990 The Mill is a multi-function arts centre and the only dedicated arts provision in the busy market town of Banbury in Oxfordshire. We have audiences of around 5,000 people per year buying 17,000 individual performances, events, classes and workshops.
Activities & Mission
Opened in 1990 The Mill is a multi-function arts centre and the only dedicated arts provision in the busy market town of Banbury in Oxfordshire. We have audiences of around 5,000 people per year buying 17,000 individual performances, events, classes and workshops.
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
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 | £938,268 | £1,050,280 | £955,605 | -£66,931 | £0 | 24 / 14 |
| 2024 | £944,607 | £922,699 | £833,806 | £45,081 | £45,081 | 23 / 16 |
| 2023 | £726,151 | £721,415 | £642,333 | £23,173 | £23,173 | 20 / 8 |
| 2022 | £685,152 | £663,154 | £611,536 | £18,438 | £4,515 | 20 / 8 |
| 2021 | £465,018 | £423,469 | 0 / 9 |
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Frequently asked questions about Mill Arts Centre Trust
What does Mill Arts Centre Trust do?
Opened in 1990 The Mill is a multi-function arts centre and the only dedicated arts provision in the busy market town of Banbury in Oxfordshire. We have audiences of around 5,000 people per year buying 17,000 individual performances, events, classes and workshops.
How much income did Mill Arts Centre Trust report in 2025?
Mill Arts Centre Trust reported total income of £938k and reported expenditure of £1.05m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Mill Arts Centre Trust registered as a charity?
Mill Arts Centre Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 March 2016 as charity number 1165998. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Mill Arts Centre Trust?
Mill Arts Centre Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Barbara Baseley-Smith. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Mill Arts Centre Trust operate?
Mill Arts Centre Trust operates across 4 areas: Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire and Warwickshire.
Is Mill Arts Centre Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Mill Arts Centre Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165998.
Details
SPICEBALL PARK ROAD
BANBURY
OX16 5QE
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