Nottingham City Of Literature
The Company has been established for public benefit to promote the education of the public at large by providing or assisting in the provision of opportunities to access, engage in, understand and enjoy literature and writing, including, but not limited to, promoting and organising a bid for Nottingham to become a UNESCO City of Literature.
Activities & Mission
The Company has been established for public benefit to promote the education of the public at large by providing or assisting in the provision of opportunities to access, engage in, understand and enjoy literature and writing, including, but not limited to, promoting and organising a bid for Nottingham to become a UNESCO City of Literature.
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
Financial Efficiency
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £190,857 | £204,737 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £248,264 | £195,130 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £210,499 | £219,067 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £147,371 | £167,041 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £199,814 | £159,042 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Nottingham City Of Literature
What does Nottingham City Of Literature do?
The Company has been established for public benefit to promote the education of the public at large by providing or assisting in the provision of opportunities to access, engage in, understand and enjoy literature and writing, including, but not limited to, promoting and organising a bid for Nottingham to become a UNESCO City of Literature.
How much income did Nottingham City Of Literature report in 2025?
Nottingham City Of Literature reported total income of £191k and reported expenditure of £205k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Nottingham City Of Literature registered as a charity?
Nottingham City Of Literature was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 April 2015 as charity number 1161161. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Nottingham City Of Literature?
Nottingham City Of Literature is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Richard Nicholas York Owen. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Nottingham City Of Literature operate?
Nottingham City Of Literature operates across 2 areas: Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.
Is Nottingham City Of Literature a registered charity?
Yes — Nottingham City Of Literature is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1161161.
Details
1 Carrington Street
NOTTINGHAM
NG1 7FH
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