Stamford Shakespeare Company
Main Activity-Performing the Works of William Shakespeare to the public.
Activities & Mission
Main Activity-Performing the Works of William Shakespeare to the public.
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 33% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 12% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 17% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £696,163 | £704,049 | £519,921 | £1,673,557 | £75,114 | 10 / 120 |
| 2023 | £613,534 | £606,149 | £270,240 | £1,681,443 | £100,773 | 7 / 135 |
| 2022 | £676,044 | £627,198 | £314,708 | £1,674,058 | £132,891 | 5 / 140 |
| 2021 | £762,835 | £494,577 | £255,634 | £1,625,212 | £169,527 | 5 / 140 |
| 2020 | £89,893 | £282,828 | 0 / 140 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Stamford Shakespeare Company
What does Stamford Shakespeare Company do?
Main Activity-Performing the Works of William Shakespeare to the public.
How much income did Stamford Shakespeare Company report in 2024?
Stamford Shakespeare Company reported total income of £696k and reported expenditure of £704k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Stamford Shakespeare Company?
Stamford Shakespeare Company has a program ratio of 74.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 33% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Stamford Shakespeare Company registered as a charity?
Stamford Shakespeare Company was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 July 1977 as charity number 273859. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs Stamford Shakespeare Company?
Stamford Shakespeare Company is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Natasha Louise Mary Jane Andrew. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Stamford Shakespeare Company operate?
Stamford Shakespeare Company operates in Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Stamford Shakespeare Company a registered charity?
Yes — Stamford Shakespeare Company is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 273859.
Details
LITTLE CASTERTON
STAMFORD
PE9 4BH
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