Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited
Also known as: Friends of the Victoria Pavilion (winter Gardens) Morecambe Enterprise Limited
Restoration & operation of the Morecambe Winter Gardens Theatre as a viable music and arts venue, restoration and regeneration of the Grade II* listed building. Achieved by income generating activities: event space for hire, usage for commercial music concerts, culture & performance space and operation of catering services. Primary aim is income generation to secure its long term future.
Activities & Mission
Restoration & operation of the Morecambe Winter Gardens Theatre as a viable music and arts venue, restoration and regeneration of the Grade II* listed building. Achieved by income generating activities: event space for hire, usage for commercial music concerts, culture & performance space and operation of catering services. Primary aim is income generation to secure its long term future.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 93% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 34% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 35% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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 | £665,608 | £163,545 | £152,529 | £1,736,804 | £516,108 | 3 / 75 |
| 2024 | £165,500 | £49,740 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2023 | £241,604 | £203,981 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2022 | £429,432 | £354,636 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2021 | £562,000 | £58,000 | £58,000 | £792,600 | £880 | 0 / 35 |
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Frequently asked questions about Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited
What does Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited do?
Restoration & operation of the Morecambe Winter Gardens Theatre as a viable music and arts venue, restoration and regeneration of the Grade II* listed building. Achieved by income generating activities: event space for hire, usage for commercial music concerts, culture & performance space and operation of catering services. Primary aim is income generation to secure its long term future.
How much income did Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited report in 2025?
Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited reported total income of £666k and reported expenditure of £164k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited?
Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited has a program ratio of 120.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 93% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 February 2006 as charity number 1113010. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited?
Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Vanessa Toulmin Professor. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited operate?
Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited operates across 2 areas: Cumbria and Lancashire.
Is Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Morecambe Winter Gardens Preservation Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1113010.
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- 14 May 2026
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