The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust
Chickenshed is established for the advancement of education in the fields of the arts, principally for the benefit of young persons including all who may require help with mobility, communication, behaviour or self-help skills or with social development with a view to educating them in such fields, integrate them into the community and assist them in their development as members of society.
Activities & Mission
Chickenshed is established for the advancement of education in the fields of the arts, principally for the benefit of young persons including all who may require help with mobility, communication, behaviour or self-help skills or with social development with a view to educating them in such fields, integrate them into the community and assist them in their development as members of society.
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 20% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 12% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% 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 | £4,533,510 | £4,253,390 | £3,134,645 | £4,608,022 | £2,047,597 | 115 / 300 |
| 2024 | £3,810,144 | £3,652,130 | £2,700,713 | £4,327,902 | £1,303,457 | 107 / 200 |
| 2023 | £3,939,734 | £3,449,540 | £2,630,815 | £4,169,888 | £1,170,243 | 102 / 200 |
| 2022 | £3,860,612 | £3,197,228 | £2,585,647 | £3,679,694 | £1,110,626 | 104 / 200 |
| 2021 | £3,350,542 | £2,917,613 | £2,184,304 | £3,016,310 | £140,496 | 91 / 200 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust
What does The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust do?
Chickenshed is established for the advancement of education in the fields of the arts, principally for the benefit of young persons including all who may require help with mobility, communication, behaviour or self-help skills or with social development with a view to educating them in such fields, integrate them into the community and assist them in their development as members of society.
How much income did The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust report in 2025?
The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust reported total income of £4.53m and reported expenditure of £4.25m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust?
The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust has a program ratio of 69.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 20% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust registered as a charity?
The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 June 1992 as charity number 1012369. It has been registered for 34 years.
Who runs The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust?
The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust is governed by a board of 17 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANTHONY DAVID GIBBON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust operate?
The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust operates across 2 areas: Enfield and Kensington And Chelsea.
Is The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Chicken Shed Theatre Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1012369.
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