Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama
The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama is the National Conservatoire of Wales and a leading UK provider of specialist practical and performance-based training in music and drama.
Activities & Mission
The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama is the National Conservatoire of Wales and a leading UK provider of specialist practical and performance-based training in music and drama.
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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Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £20,757,000 | £19,367,000 | £19,072,000 | £21,647,000 | £21,646,000 | 256 / 0 |
| 2024 | £22,143,000 | £20,067,000 | £19,709,000 | £19,746,000 | £19,745,000 | 314 / 0 |
| 2023 | £19,211,000 | £20,277,000 | £19,963,000 | £17,418,000 | £17,418,000 | 312 / 0 |
| 2022 | £16,637,000 | £18,118,000 | £17,839,000 | £13,975,000 | £13,975,000 | 174 / 0 |
| 2021 | £15,248,000 | £16,138,000 | £15,793,986 | £7,354,000 | £7,354,000 | 181 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama
What does Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama do?
The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama is the National Conservatoire of Wales and a leading UK provider of specialist practical and performance-based training in music and drama.
How much income did Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama report in 2025?
Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama reported total income of £20.76m and reported expenditure of £19.37m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama registered as a charity?
Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 December 2010 as charity number 1139282. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama?
Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama is governed by a board of 17 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Hugo James Plaut OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama operate?
Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama operates in Cardiff, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Welsh College Of Music And Drama is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1139282.
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