The Arvon Foundation
Also known as: The Arvon Foundation Limited
We run a year-round programme of creative writing courses at three rural writing houses and also online, offering expert tuition from established writers in all forms of published writing to people from all backgrounds and experience. We run mentoring and other creative writing projects and a grant scheme to enable open access to our courses, and provide dedicated facilities for writers' retreats.
Activities & Mission
We run a year-round programme of creative writing courses at three rural writing houses and also online, offering expert tuition from established writers in all forms of published writing to people from all backgrounds and experience. We run mentoring and other creative writing projects and a grant scheme to enable open access to our courses, and provide dedicated facilities for writers' retreats.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 12% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 31% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 24% of UK Economic and community development 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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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 | £3,261,172 | £2,269,394 | £2,094,870 | £5,302,809 | £65,300 | 41 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,599,973 | £2,286,228 | £2,118,580 | £4,311,031 | £158,317 | 44 / 1 |
| 2022 | £2,043,911 | £2,257,598 | £2,107,581 | £3,996,288 | £197,881 | 45 / 1 |
| 2021 | £1,895,294 | £1,866,972 | £1,688,499 | £4,537,588 | £494,029 | 42 / 1 |
| 2020 | £1,730,810 | £1,578,258 | £1,401,251 | £4,509,165 | £430,663 | 42 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Arvon Foundation
What does The Arvon Foundation do?
We run a year-round programme of creative writing courses at three rural writing houses and also online, offering expert tuition from established writers in all forms of published writing to people from all backgrounds and experience. We run mentoring and other creative writing projects and a grant scheme to enable open access to our courses, and provide dedicated facilities for writers' retreats.
How much income did The Arvon Foundation report in 2024?
The Arvon Foundation reported total income of £3.26m and reported expenditure of £2.27m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Arvon Foundation?
The Arvon Foundation has a program ratio of 64.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 12% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Arvon Foundation registered as a charity?
The Arvon Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 March 1973 as charity number 306694. It has been registered for 53 years.
Who runs The Arvon Foundation?
The Arvon Foundation is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Patricia Clare Cumper. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Arvon Foundation operate?
The Arvon Foundation operates across 4 areas: Calderdale, Devon, Shropshire and London.
Is The Arvon Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Arvon Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 306694.
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HEPTONSTALL
HEBDEN BRIDGE
WEST YORKSHIRE
HX7 6DF
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- 14 May 2026
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