Octagon Theatre Trust Limited
Also known as: Octagon Theatre Bolton
TO PROMOTE, MAINTAIN, IMPROVE AND ADVANCE, EDUCATION, PARTICULARLY BY THE PRODUCTION OF EDUCATIONAL PLAYS AND THE ENCOURAGEMENT OF THE ARTS INCLUDING DRAMA, MIME, DANCE, SINGING AND MUSIC, AND TO FORMULATE, PREPARE AND ESTABLISH SCHEMES THEREFOR PROVIDED THAT ALL OBJECTS OF THE COMPANY SHALL BE OF A CHARITABLE NATURE.
Activities & Mission
TO PROMOTE, MAINTAIN, IMPROVE AND ADVANCE, EDUCATION, PARTICULARLY BY THE PRODUCTION OF EDUCATIONAL PLAYS AND THE ENCOURAGEMENT OF THE ARTS INCLUDING DRAMA, MIME, DANCE, SINGING AND MUSIC, AND TO FORMULATE, PREPARE AND ESTABLISH SCHEMES THEREFOR PROVIDED THAT ALL OBJECTS OF THE COMPANY SHALL BE OF A CHARITABLE NATURE.
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 51% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 29% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 23% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £4,247,150 | £4,404,791 | £3,895,907 | £2,108,804 | £1,323,988 | 78 / 100 |
| 2024 | £3,532,649 | £3,902,220 | £3,434,209 | £2,056,534 | £938,155 | 81 / 72 |
| 2023 | £3,348,005 | £3,664,383 | £3,227,221 | £2,120,747 | £1,352,923 | 82 / 50 |
| 2022 | £2,178,329 | £2,672,049 | £2,372,029 | £2,154,678 | £1,207,924 | 72 / 40 |
| 2021 | £2,628,533 | £1,657,906 | £1,545,080 | £2,517,690 | £580,361 | 52 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about Octagon Theatre Trust Limited
What does Octagon Theatre Trust Limited do?
TO PROMOTE, MAINTAIN, IMPROVE AND ADVANCE, EDUCATION, PARTICULARLY BY THE PRODUCTION OF EDUCATIONAL PLAYS AND THE ENCOURAGEMENT OF THE ARTS INCLUDING DRAMA, MIME, DANCE, SINGING AND MUSIC, AND TO FORMULATE, PREPARE AND ESTABLISH SCHEMES THEREFOR PROVIDED THAT ALL OBJECTS OF THE COMPANY SHALL BE OF A CHARITABLE NATURE.
How much income did Octagon Theatre Trust Limited report in 2025?
Octagon Theatre Trust Limited reported total income of £4.25m and reported expenditure of £4.40m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Octagon Theatre Trust Limited?
Octagon Theatre Trust Limited has a program ratio of 91.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 51% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Octagon Theatre Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Octagon Theatre Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 August 1966 as charity number 248833. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs Octagon Theatre Trust Limited?
Octagon Theatre Trust Limited is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Darren John Knight. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Octagon Theatre Trust Limited operate?
Octagon Theatre Trust Limited operates across 6 areas, including Bolton, Lancashire, Manchester City and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Octagon Theatre Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Octagon Theatre Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 248833.
Details
HOWELL CROFT SOUTH
BOLTON
BL1 1SB
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- 14 May 2026
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