The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited
Cambridge Arts Theatre aims to promote and develop a wide range of high quality performing arts, which are enriching, enjoyable and as accessible as possible.
Activities & Mission
Cambridge Arts Theatre aims to promote and develop a wide range of high quality performing arts, which are enriching, enjoyable and as accessible as possible.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 8% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 125). How is this calculated?
Higher than 46% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £19,344,064 | £5,832,652 | £5,388,439 | £18,301,061 | £750,000 | 44 / 69 |
| 2024 | £5,385,225 | £5,630,430 | £5,501,480 | £4,789,649 | £750,000 | 52 / 83 |
| 2023 | £5,593,623 | £5,544,193 | £5,429,147 | £5,034,854 | £750,000 | 46 / 89 |
| 2022 | £6,280,707 | £4,162,851 | £4,082,831 | £4,985,424 | £750,000 | 35 / 75 |
| 2021 | £1,789,309 | £1,797,853 | £1,740,219 | £2,867,568 | £595,523 | 25 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited
What does The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited do?
Cambridge Arts Theatre aims to promote and develop a wide range of high quality performing arts, which are enriching, enjoyable and as accessible as possible.
How much income did The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited report in 2025?
The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited reported total income of £19.34m and reported expenditure of £5.83m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited?
The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited has a program ratio of 27.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 125 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited registered as a charity?
The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 June 1998 as charity number 1069912. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited?
The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIR RICHARD DEARLOVE KCMG OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited operate?
The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1069912.
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