Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts
Organisation and management of an annual festival of the arts in three sections, music,dance and speech & drama. The festival offers both competitive and non-competitive classes principally designed to encourage children and young people to perform, thus furthering their interest and education in the arts. In addition the festival may support a gala concert in which selected participants perform.
Activities & Mission
Organisation and management of an annual festival of the arts in three sections, music,dance and speech & drama. The festival offers both competitive and non-competitive classes principally designed to encourage children and young people to perform, thus furthering their interest and education in the arts. In addition the festival may support a gala concert in which selected participants perform.
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £44,740 | £42,934 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2024 | £41,384 | £37,112 | 0 / 37 | |||
| 2023 | £35,335 | £38,462 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2022 | £32,249 | £31,024 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2021 | £10,296 | £7,680 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts
What does Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts do?
Organisation and management of an annual festival of the arts in three sections, music,dance and speech & drama. The festival offers both competitive and non-competitive classes principally designed to encourage children and young people to perform, thus furthering their interest and education in the arts. In addition the festival may support a gala concert in which selected participants perform.
How much income did Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts report in 2025?
Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts reported total income of £45k and reported expenditure of £43k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts registered as a charity?
Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 February 1986 as charity number 293601. It has been registered for 40 years.
Who runs Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts?
Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts is governed by a board of 15 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts operate?
Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts operates across 5 areas, including Bedford, Buckinghamshire, Central Bedfordshire and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts a registered charity?
Yes — Milton Keynes Festival Of The Arts is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 293601.
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OLNEY
MK46 4HY
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