Stratford Literary Festival
To advance education by promoting and providing opportunities for the appreciation, understanding and enjoyment of literature and the arts by running a literary festival, and to use outreach activities to: encourage reading to improve children's life-chances; lessen the trauma of separation when a parent is in prison, and provide relief to those at social disadvantage to encourage well-being.
Activities & Mission
To advance education by promoting and providing opportunities for the appreciation, understanding and enjoyment of literature and the arts by running a literary festival, and to use outreach activities to: encourage reading to improve children's life-chances; lessen the trauma of separation when a parent is in prison, and provide relief to those at social disadvantage to encourage well-being.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £281,168 | £234,365 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £257,616 | £207,811 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £170,284 | £173,000 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2021 | £108,566 | £108,497 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2020 | £86,390 | £74,911 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Stratford Literary Festival
What does Stratford Literary Festival do?
To advance education by promoting and providing opportunities for the appreciation, understanding and enjoyment of literature and the arts by running a literary festival, and to use outreach activities to: encourage reading to improve children's life-chances; lessen the trauma of separation when a parent is in prison, and provide relief to those at social disadvantage to encourage well-being.
How much income did Stratford Literary Festival report in 2024?
Stratford Literary Festival reported total income of £281k and reported expenditure of £234k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Stratford Literary Festival registered as a charity?
Stratford Literary Festival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 December 2015 as charity number 1164662. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Stratford Literary Festival?
Stratford Literary Festival is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Diana Jane Owen. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Stratford Literary Festival operate?
Stratford Literary Festival operates in Warwickshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Stratford Literary Festival a registered charity?
Yes — Stratford Literary Festival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164662.
Details
STRATFORD-UPON-AVON
Warwickshire
CV37 9AE
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