October Gallery Trust
Also known as: October Gallery
The October Gallery is an arts complex dedicated to the appreciation of the transvangarde - the cross-cultural avant garde. The Gallery hosts exhibitions of art from around the world, talks on art and science, poetry readings, theatre and dance performances. Support is from sales of art, rental of the Gallery's unique facilities, grants, donations, staff, volunteers and friends.
Activities & Mission
The October Gallery is an arts complex dedicated to the appreciation of the transvangarde - the cross-cultural avant garde. The Gallery hosts exhibitions of art from around the world, talks on art and science, poetry readings, theatre and dance performances. Support is from sales of art, rental of the Gallery's unique facilities, grants, donations, staff, volunteers and friends.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 97% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 304). 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
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 | £1,202,680 | £1,848,440 | £1,614,135 | £567,500 | £567,500 | 13 / 15 |
| 2024 | £1,515,395 | £1,760,002 | £1,541,747 | £1,213,260 | £1,213,260 | 15 / 16 |
| 2023 | £1,343,397 | £1,664,842 | £1,466,263 | £1,457,867 | £1,457,867 | 16 / 17 |
| 2022 | £1,454,255 | £1,466,664 | £1,296,277 | £1,779,312 | £1,779,312 | 16 / 20 |
| 2021 | £1,668,534 | £1,384,120 | £1,181,923 | £1,791,722 | £1,791,722 | 15 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about October Gallery Trust
What does October Gallery Trust do?
The October Gallery is an arts complex dedicated to the appreciation of the transvangarde - the cross-cultural avant garde. The Gallery hosts exhibitions of art from around the world, talks on art and science, poetry readings, theatre and dance performances. Support is from sales of art, rental of the Gallery's unique facilities, grants, donations, staff, volunteers and friends.
How much income did October Gallery Trust report in 2025?
October Gallery Trust reported total income of £1.20m and reported expenditure of £1.85m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is October Gallery Trust?
October Gallery Trust has a program ratio of 134.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 304 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was October Gallery Trust registered as a charity?
October Gallery Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 February 1986 as charity number 327032. It has been registered for 40 years.
Who runs October Gallery Trust?
October Gallery Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is IAN GOODFELLOW. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does October Gallery Trust operate?
October Gallery Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is October Gallery Trust a registered charity?
Yes — October Gallery Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 327032.
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Other notable Arts charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- October Gallery
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated