The Blackheath Halls
To advance education particularly by the encouragement of the arts of music and drama and the visual arts generally. To preserve the building of historical and architectural interest that is the Blackheath Halls, Lee Road, Blackheath, London SE3.
Activities & Mission
To advance education particularly by the encouragement of the arts of music and drama and the visual arts generally. To preserve the building of historical and architectural interest that is the Blackheath Halls, Lee Road, Blackheath, London SE3.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 79% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 304). How is this calculated?
Higher than 47% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 41% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,284,718 | £1,429,970 | £1,329,074 | £3,911,782 | £3,911,782 | 16 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,445,345 | £1,280,373 | £1,178,076 | £4,057,034 | £4,051,541 | 15 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,353,386 | £1,171,098 | £946,733 | £3,944,243 | £3,924,635 | 17 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,015,816 | £1,161,229 | £968,725 | £3,339,102 | £3,318,132 | 16 / 0 |
| 2021 | £884,139 | £750,274 | £693,905 | £3,484,515 | £3,481,805 | 16 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Blackheath Halls
What does The Blackheath Halls do?
To advance education particularly by the encouragement of the arts of music and drama and the visual arts generally. To preserve the building of historical and architectural interest that is the Blackheath Halls, Lee Road, Blackheath, London SE3.
How much income did The Blackheath Halls report in 2025?
The Blackheath Halls reported total income of £1.28m and reported expenditure of £1.43m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Blackheath Halls?
The Blackheath Halls has a program ratio of 103.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 79% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 304 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Blackheath Halls registered as a charity?
The Blackheath Halls was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 December 1983 as charity number 287589. It has been registered for 43 years.
Who runs The Blackheath Halls?
The Blackheath Halls is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROFESSOR ANTHONY BOWNE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Blackheath Halls operate?
The Blackheath Halls operates across 2 areas: Greenwich and Lewisham.
Is The Blackheath Halls a registered charity?
Yes — The Blackheath Halls is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 287589.
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Trustees
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated