Ports Fest
Also known as: The Portsmouth Festivities
The Portsmouth Festivities aims to give the City of Portsmouth its own distinctive festival. It provides a high quality and diverse programme of events and activities which capture imaginations, celebrate diversity and reflects on the heritage value of Portsmouth. It has developed a reputation for providing cultural activities with professional artists in the City's unique venues.
Activities & Mission
The Portsmouth Festivities aims to give the City of Portsmouth its own distinctive festival. It provides a high quality and diverse programme of events and activities which capture imaginations, celebrate diversity and reflects on the heritage value of Portsmouth. It has developed a reputation for providing cultural activities with professional artists in the City's unique venues.
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £17,564 | £33,662 | 0 / 42 | |||
| 2023 | £82,923 | £89,666 | 0 / 37 | |||
| 2022 | £58,105 | £80,724 | 0 / 37 | |||
| 2021 | £25,783 | £43,726 | 0 / 33 |
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Frequently asked questions about Ports Fest
What does Ports Fest do?
The Portsmouth Festivities aims to give the City of Portsmouth its own distinctive festival. It provides a high quality and diverse programme of events and activities which capture imaginations, celebrate diversity and reflects on the heritage value of Portsmouth. It has developed a reputation for providing cultural activities with professional artists in the City's unique venues.
How much income did Ports Fest report in 2024?
Ports Fest reported total income of £18k and reported expenditure of £34k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Ports Fest registered as a charity?
Ports Fest was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 June 2006 as charity number 1114695. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Ports Fest?
Ports Fest is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Wickes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ports Fest operate?
Ports Fest operates in Portsmouth City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ports Fest a registered charity?
Yes — Ports Fest is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1114695.
Details
1 High Street
Old Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO12LN
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- 14 May 2026
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