The Clay Foundation
Also known as: British Ceramics Biennial
The Clay Foundation deliver: - An extensive public engagement programme working with education and community groups across the city- Commission artists to research and develop new clayworks - Present the successful British Ceramics Biennial festival (2017 onwards)- Attract local, national and international audiences, extending its reach and impact across Stoke-on-Trent and beyond.
Activities & Mission
The Clay Foundation deliver: - An extensive public engagement programme working with education and community groups across the city- Commission artists to research and develop new clayworks - Present the successful British Ceramics Biennial festival (2017 onwards)- Attract local, national and international audiences, extending its reach and impact across Stoke-on-Trent and beyond.
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
Higher than 56% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 71% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £623,757 | £569,085 | £569,085 | £149,829 | £77,836 | 9 / 16 |
| 2024 | £720,988 | £710,779 | £710,779 | £95,157 | £57,291 | 9 / 24 |
| 2023 | £392,339 | £401,170 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £574,701 | £608,076 | £608,076 | £93,779 | £21,215 | 12 / 14 |
| 2021 | £439,942 | £343,875 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Clay Foundation
What does The Clay Foundation do?
The Clay Foundation deliver: - An extensive public engagement programme working with education and community groups across the city- Commission artists to research and develop new clayworks - Present the successful British Ceramics Biennial festival (2017 onwards)- Attract local, national and international audiences, extending its reach and impact across Stoke-on-Trent and beyond.
How much income did The Clay Foundation report in 2025?
The Clay Foundation reported total income of £624k and reported expenditure of £569k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Clay Foundation?
The Clay Foundation has a program ratio of 91.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 56% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Clay Foundation registered as a charity?
The Clay Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 February 2015 as charity number 1160430. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs The Clay Foundation?
The Clay Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Clay Foundation operate?
The Clay Foundation operates in Stoke-on-trent City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Clay Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Clay Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160430.
Details
College Road
STOKE-ON-TRENT
ST4 2DE
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- British Ceramics Biennial
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated