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Photoworks

Also known as: Cross Channel Photographic Mission

Promoting the practice and understanding of photography in England by commissioning and producing new work over four main areas of activity: exhibitions, publications, research and education initiatives. Photoworks sets the agenda, proving a benchmark of quality and orginality for the widest possible audience on a national and international stage.

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Activities & Mission

Promoting the practice and understanding of photography in England by commissioning and producing new work over four main areas of activity: exhibitions, publications, research and education initiatives. Photoworks sets the agenda, proving a benchmark of quality and orginality for the widest possible audience on a national and international stage.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£492,185
Latest Expenditure
£654,603

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 107.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 95.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 6.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £350,013
Charitable Activities £216,687
Other Trading £0
Investments £895
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £611,768
Raising Funds £27,035
Governance £11,140
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£492,185
£654,6030 / 5
2024
£567,595
£638,803£611,768£393,355£393,3557 / 0
2023
£504,599
£564,206£538,528£464,563£297,0797 / 0
2022
£464,272
£415,9570 / 4
2021
£526,881
£376,309£359,264£475,855£296,8999 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Photoworks

What does Photoworks do?

Promoting the practice and understanding of photography in England by commissioning and producing new work over four main areas of activity: exhibitions, publications, research and education initiatives. Photoworks sets the agenda, proving a benchmark of quality and orginality for the widest possible audience on a national and international stage.

How much income did Photoworks report in 2025?

Photoworks reported total income of £492k and reported expenditure of £655k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Photoworks registered as a charity?

Photoworks was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 February 1996 as charity number 1053208. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs Photoworks?

Photoworks is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Photoworks operate?

Photoworks operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Photoworks a registered charity?

Yes — Photoworks is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1053208.

Details

Address
Photoworks
28 Kensington Street
BRIGHTON
BN1 4AJ
Registration Date
23 February 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1053208
Charity Number
1053208

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Trustees

Andrew James Simpkin
Deborah Cooper
Helen Nicola St Cyr
Melissa Carole McVeigh
Michael Holland
Natasha Caruana
Peter Pupender Max Kandhola
Richard Stuart Burton
Sinead Esler Patel

Also Known As

  • Cross Channel Photographic Mission

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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