Signal Film & Media Limited
Also known as: Signal Film & Media
a) Providing a centre for arts and creative industries where local residents, particularly those from disadvantaged groups, can access facilities and activities to develop skills in a diverse range of creative, media and arts disciplinesb) Providing premises, space and activities for local front-line groups, to support media production and the creative and artistic development of local people.
Activities & Mission
a) Providing a centre for arts and creative industries where local residents, particularly those from disadvantaged groups, can access facilities and activities to develop skills in a diverse range of creative, media and arts disciplinesb) Providing premises, space and activities for local front-line groups, to support media production and the creative and artistic development of local people.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 7% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 75% 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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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,524,679 | £565,668 | £565,668 | £1,338,935 | £90,000 | 9 / 33 |
| 2024 | £700,771 | £562,541 | £532,541 | £324,195 | £142,663 | 6 / 45 |
| 2023 | £444,745 | £521,585 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £492,285 | £518,028 | 0 / 41 | |||
| 2021 | £502,294 | £350,423 | £344,322 | £288,548 | £94,588 | 3 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about Signal Film & Media Limited
What does Signal Film & Media Limited do?
a) Providing a centre for arts and creative industries where local residents, particularly those from disadvantaged groups, can access facilities and activities to develop skills in a diverse range of creative, media and arts disciplinesb) Providing premises, space and activities for local front-line groups, to support media production and the creative and artistic development of local people.
How much income did Signal Film & Media Limited report in 2025?
Signal Film & Media Limited reported total income of £1.52m and reported expenditure of £566k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Signal Film & Media Limited?
Signal Film & Media Limited has a program ratio of 37.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 7% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Signal Film & Media Limited registered as a charity?
Signal Film & Media Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 May 2013 as charity number 1152012. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Signal Film & Media Limited?
Signal Film & Media Limited is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Signal Film & Media Limited operate?
Signal Film & Media Limited operates across 2 areas: Cumbria and Lancashire.
Is Signal Film & Media Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Signal Film & Media Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152012.
Details
104 Abbey Road
Barrow-in-Furness
LA14 5QR
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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- How metrics are calculated