The Ashton Group Theatre
Also known as: The Ashton Group, Theatre Factory
The organisations objects and principal activities are to promote, maintain, improve and advance education of the public in the art of drama and the other arts and to encourage the development of drama though drama productions and educational workshop programmes.
Activities & Mission
The organisations objects and principal activities are to promote, maintain, improve and advance education of the public in the art of drama and the other arts and to encourage the development of drama though drama productions and educational workshop programmes.
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
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £335,771 | £261,768 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2024 | £266,079 | £270,674 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £195,383 | £197,121 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £178,720 | £193,409 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £186,094 | £159,251 | 0 / 6 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Ashton Group Theatre
What does The Ashton Group Theatre do?
The organisations objects and principal activities are to promote, maintain, improve and advance education of the public in the art of drama and the other arts and to encourage the development of drama though drama productions and educational workshop programmes.
How much income did The Ashton Group Theatre report in 2025?
The Ashton Group Theatre reported total income of £336k and reported expenditure of £262k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Ashton Group Theatre registered as a charity?
The Ashton Group Theatre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 May 2004 as charity number 1103877. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs The Ashton Group Theatre?
The Ashton Group Theatre is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Colin Vaughan Aldred. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ashton Group Theatre operate?
The Ashton Group Theatre operates across 2 areas: Cumbria and Lancashire.
Is The Ashton Group Theatre a registered charity?
Yes — The Ashton Group Theatre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1103877.
Details
1ST FLOOR
THE COOKE'S STUDIOS
104 ABBEY ROAD
BARROW-IN-FURNESS
CUMBRIA
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Also Known As
- The Ashton Group
- Theatre Factory
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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