The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD
Also known as: Watermans, Watermans Art Centre
The charitys principal activity is to operate Watermans, an arts centre in Brentford, which provides a year-round programme of performing arts, cinema, exhibitions and new media arts. In addition, it provides participative arts programmes for a wide range of communities both in its own venue and in other community spaces across West London.
Activities & Mission
The charitys principal activity is to operate Watermans, an arts centre in Brentford, which provides a year-round programme of performing arts, cinema, exhibitions and new media arts. In addition, it provides participative arts programmes for a wide range of communities both in its own venue and in other community spaces across West London.
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 76% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 44% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 49% 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 | £824,179 | £859,039 | £832,438 | £6,414 | £6,414 | 11 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,272,015 | £1,372,439 | £1,316,376 | £41,275 | £41,275 | 35 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,078,231 | £1,476,777 | £1,441,974 | £141,699 | £141,229 | 34 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,420,126 | £1,387,880 | £1,355,354 | £540,245 | £534,647 | 34 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,298,184 | £1,313,078 | £1,277,188 | £507,999 | £497,273 | 27 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD
What does The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD do?
The charitys principal activity is to operate Watermans, an arts centre in Brentford, which provides a year-round programme of performing arts, cinema, exhibitions and new media arts. In addition, it provides participative arts programmes for a wide range of communities both in its own venue and in other community spaces across West London.
How much income did The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD report in 2025?
The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD reported total income of £824k and reported expenditure of £859k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD?
The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD has a program ratio of 101.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 76% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD registered as a charity?
The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 May 1974 as charity number 267426. It has been registered for 52 years.
Who runs The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD?
The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Manjit Hunjan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD operate?
The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD operates in Hounslow, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD a registered charity?
Yes — The Hounslow Arts Trust LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 267426.
Details
Finchley Rd
London
NW3 5JS
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Watermans
- Watermans Art Centre
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated