The Minack Theatre Trust CIO
We are an open air cliff-side theatre in west Cornwall. Each summer we have up to twenty weeks of varied productions.by professional and amateur companies. The site and the sub-tropical gardens remain open throughout the year. In the exhibition centre we tell the remarkable story of how Rowena Cade, built the Minack Theatre and how her vision is being carried forward.
Activities & Mission
We are an open air cliff-side theatre in west Cornwall. Each summer we have up to twenty weeks of varied productions.by professional and amateur companies. The site and the sub-tropical gardens remain open throughout the year. In the exhibition centre we tell the remarkable story of how Rowena Cade, built the Minack Theatre and how her vision is being carried forward.
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 25% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 15% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 13% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,692,086 | £2,610,723 | £2,045,947 | £4,765,507 | £4,765,507 | 60 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,744,625 | £2,725,734 | £2,691,895 | £4,684,144 | £4,684,144 | 55 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,412,210 | £2,284,520 | £2,242,748 | £4,665,253 | £4,665,253 | 43 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,193,835 | £1,778,072 | £1,742,470 | £4,537,563 | £4,537,563 | 43 / 0 |
| 2020 | £1,221,131 | £1,517,618 | £1,493,455 | £4,121,800 | £4,121,800 | 53 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Minack Theatre Trust CIO
What does The Minack Theatre Trust CIO do?
We are an open air cliff-side theatre in west Cornwall. Each summer we have up to twenty weeks of varied productions.by professional and amateur companies. The site and the sub-tropical gardens remain open throughout the year. In the exhibition centre we tell the remarkable story of how Rowena Cade, built the Minack Theatre and how her vision is being carried forward.
How much income did The Minack Theatre Trust CIO report in 2024?
The Minack Theatre Trust CIO reported total income of £2.69m and reported expenditure of £2.61m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Minack Theatre Trust CIO?
The Minack Theatre Trust CIO has a program ratio of 76.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 25% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Minack Theatre Trust CIO registered as a charity?
The Minack Theatre Trust CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 April 2016 as charity number 1166799. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs The Minack Theatre Trust CIO?
The Minack Theatre Trust CIO is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHARLES JAMES FRANCIS SINCLAIR CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Minack Theatre Trust CIO operate?
The Minack Theatre Trust CIO operates in Cornwall, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Minack Theatre Trust CIO a registered charity?
Yes — The Minack Theatre Trust CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1166799.
Details
Porthcurno
Churchtown
St. Levan
PENZANCE
TR19 6JU
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