The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft")
Also known as: Aetf
OUR MISSION IS TO ORGANISE AN ANNUAL ONE-ACT PLAY FESTIVAL, OPEN TO ANY AMATEUR DRAMA GROUP IN ENGLAND.
Activities & Mission
OUR MISSION IS TO ORGANISE AN ANNUAL ONE-ACT PLAY FESTIVAL, OPEN TO ANY AMATEUR DRAMA GROUP IN ENGLAND.
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 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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — Swindon and District Theatre Guild (organisation 272571)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £27,919 | £24,913 | 0 / 107 | |||
| 2024 | £13,474 | £12,580 | 0 / 90 | |||
| 2023 | £14,997 | £18,670 | 0 / 131 | |||
| 2022 | £15,396 | £17,697 | 0 / 100 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft")
What does The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft") do?
OUR MISSION IS TO ORGANISE AN ANNUAL ONE-ACT PLAY FESTIVAL, OPEN TO ANY AMATEUR DRAMA GROUP IN ENGLAND.
How much income did The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft") report in 2025?
The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft") reported total income of £28k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft") registered as a charity?
The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft") was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 September 1998 as charity number 1071518. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft")?
The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft") is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is BARBARA SUSAN PIERCE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft") operate?
The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft") operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft") a registered charity?
Yes — The All-England Theatre Festival ("aeft") is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1071518.
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- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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