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St John's Arts And Recreation Association

Also known as: Arc, The Arc

We are the Community Centre for Old Harlow. We offer a varied programme of arts and recreational activities, and events for all ages. The Centre is available for private hire. Public consultation meetings and ward council surgeries are held here regularly.

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Activities & Mission

We are the Community Centre for Old Harlow. We offer a varied programme of arts and recreational activities, and events for all ages. The Centre is available for private hire. Public consultation meetings and ward council surgeries are held here regularly.

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

Latest Income
£66,598
Latest Expenditure
£67,159

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 100.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 100.8%
Expenditure as % of income

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
£66,598
£67,1590 / 4
2024
£59,728
£65,6940 / 4
2023
£53,545
£53,5370 / 6
2022
£60,253
£51,5590 / 4
2021
£67,798
£45,9300 / 11

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about St John's Arts And Recreation Association

What does St John's Arts And Recreation Association do?

We are the Community Centre for Old Harlow. We offer a varied programme of arts and recreational activities, and events for all ages. The Centre is available for private hire. Public consultation meetings and ward council surgeries are held here regularly.

How much income did St John's Arts And Recreation Association report in 2025?

St John's Arts And Recreation Association reported total income of £67k and reported expenditure of £67k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was St John's Arts And Recreation Association registered as a charity?

St John's Arts And Recreation Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 March 1985 as charity number 291079. It has been registered for 41 years.

Who runs St John's Arts And Recreation Association?

St John's Arts And Recreation Association is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is ELIZABETH MARY TAYLOR COX. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does St John's Arts And Recreation Association operate?

St John's Arts And Recreation Association operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is St John's Arts And Recreation Association a registered charity?

Yes — St John's Arts And Recreation Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 291079.

Details

Address
ST JOHN'S ARTS AND RECREATION
ASSOCIATION
ST JOHNS ARTS AND RECREATION CENTRE
ST JOHN'S WALK MARKET STREET
OLD HARLOW ESSEX
CM17 0AJ
Registration Date
5 March 1985
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
291079
Charity Number
291079

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Trustees

ELIZABETH MARY TAYLOR COX Chair
Jeannie Margaret Humphrey
Johanna Sylvia Verrells
JOHN BILTON
Robin Woollams
Shenagh Clare Waddoup
Sue Livings
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Arc
  • The Arc

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14 May 2026
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