The Kings Theatre Trust Limited

To refurbish, restore and to operate the King's Theatre, Southsea as a venue for professional and amateur organisations. To educate and entertain all groups regardless of age, gender or religion.

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Activities & Mission

To refurbish, restore and to operate the King's Theatre, Southsea as a venue for professional and amateur organisations. To educate and entertain all groups regardless of age, gender or religion.

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

Hampshire Portsmouth City West Sussex

Financial Information

Latest Income

£5,736,175

Latest Expenditure

£3,556,979

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 62.0%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 3.7%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £139,218

Charitable Activities £3,835,462

Other Trading £0

Investments £130,698

Other Income £1,630,797

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £3,556,979

Raising Funds £0

Governance £132,677

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

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	£5,736,175	£3,556,979	£3,556,979	£4,414,888	£2,540,708	136 / 60
2024	£3,693,670	£3,097,817	£3,097,817	£2,447,099	£1,553,497	99 / 22
2023	£3,108,326	£2,528,745	£2,528,745	£1,851,246	£1,363,223	34 / 19
2022	£2,673,799	£1,845,006	£1,845,006	£1,271,665	£1,073,787	36 / 30
2021	£1,152,735	£1,350,142	£1,350,142	£442,872	£309,285	29 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Kings Theatre Trust Limited

What does The Kings Theatre Trust Limited do?

To refurbish, restore and to operate the King's Theatre, Southsea as a venue for professional and amateur organisations. To educate and entertain all groups regardless of age, gender or religion.

How much income did The Kings Theatre Trust Limited report in 2025?

The Kings Theatre Trust Limited reported total income of £5.74m and reported expenditure of £3.56m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Kings Theatre Trust Limited registered as a charity?

The Kings Theatre Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 2001 as charity number 1088254. It has been registered for 25 years.

Who runs The Kings Theatre Trust Limited?

The Kings Theatre Trust Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Damon Trevor Repton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Kings Theatre Trust Limited operate?

The Kings Theatre Trust Limited operates across 3 areas: Hampshire, Portsmouth City and West Sussex.

Is The Kings Theatre Trust Limited a registered charity?

Yes — The Kings Theatre Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1088254.