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The Drawing Shed

the drawing shed aims to increase community cohesion, build resilience and improve the quality of life with people of all ages living on two housing estates in a deprived area of Walthamstow, East London. It engages local people in a creative community development programme tackling impacts of social exclusion.

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Activities & Mission

the drawing shed aims to increase community cohesion, build resilience and improve the quality of life with people of all ages living on two housing estates in a deprived area of Walthamstow, East London. It engages local people in a creative community development programme tackling impacts of social exclusion.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£6,407
Latest Expenditure
£6,721

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 104.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 104.9%
Expenditure as % of income

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£6,407
£6,7210 / 3
2024
£23,700
£11,8840 / 2
2023
£2,019
£11,6650 / 3
2022
£11,665
£19,5200 / 6
2021
£80,876
£39,2980 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Drawing Shed

What does The Drawing Shed do?

the drawing shed aims to increase community cohesion, build resilience and improve the quality of life with people of all ages living on two housing estates in a deprived area of Walthamstow, East London. It engages local people in a creative community development programme tackling impacts of social exclusion.

How much income did The Drawing Shed report in 2025?

The Drawing Shed reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Drawing Shed registered as a charity?

The Drawing Shed was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 February 2015 as charity number 1160624. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs The Drawing Shed?

The Drawing Shed is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Milica ROBSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Drawing Shed operate?

The Drawing Shed operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Drawing Shed a registered charity?

Yes — The Drawing Shed is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160624.

Details

Address
VOLUNTARY ACTION WALTHAM FOREST
1 RUSSELL ROAD
LONDON
E10 7ES
Registration Date
25 February 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5052004
Charity Number
1160624

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Trustees

Milica ROBSON Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
K TAYLOR
Mark Biddle
Professor Adrian Mark Renton

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