The Newtown Cultural Project Limited
Also known as: The Drum
The Drum is Europe's leading Intercultural performing and visual arts organisation and venue. The Drum plays a leading role in presenting world-class performing and visual arts in the West Midlands region in partnership with and for all communities, including the hard to reach and communities from the Caribbean, Africa, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Latin America, North America, England, Europe.
Activities & Mission
The Drum is Europe's leading Intercultural performing and visual arts organisation and venue. The Drum plays a leading role in presenting world-class performing and visual arts in the West Midlands region in partnership with and for all communities, including the hard to reach and communities from the Caribbean, Africa, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Latin America, North America, England, Europe.
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 83% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 39% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 88% 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 2015.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | £1,480,034 | £1,684,082 | £1,549,659 | £1,706,360 | £1,444,073 | 28 / 0 |
| 2014 | £1,396,436 | £1,587,139 | £1,459,822 | £1,910,408 | £194,449 | 19 / 17 |
| 2013 | £1,469,581 | £1,850,193 | £1,664,036 | £2,101,111 | £115,496 | 33 / 8 |
| 2012 | £1,852,741 | £1,776,508 | £1,600,677 | £2,481,723 | £86,898 | 41 / 3 |
| 2011 | £1,777,366 | £1,901,067 | £1,712,670 | £2,405,490 | £33,771 | 41 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Newtown Cultural Project Limited
What does The Newtown Cultural Project Limited do?
The Drum is Europe's leading Intercultural performing and visual arts organisation and venue. The Drum plays a leading role in presenting world-class performing and visual arts in the West Midlands region in partnership with and for all communities, including the hard to reach and communities from the Caribbean, Africa, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Latin America, North America, England, Europe.
How much income did The Newtown Cultural Project Limited report in 2015?
The Newtown Cultural Project Limited reported total income of £1.48m and reported expenditure of £1.68m for the financial year ending 2015, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Newtown Cultural Project Limited?
The Newtown Cultural Project Limited has a program ratio of 104.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 83% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Newtown Cultural Project Limited registered as a charity?
The Newtown Cultural Project Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 November 1994 as charity number 1042218. It has been registered for 32 years.
Who runs The Newtown Cultural Project Limited?
The Newtown Cultural Project Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Newtown Cultural Project Limited operate?
The Newtown Cultural Project Limited operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Newtown Cultural Project Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Newtown Cultural Project Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1042218.
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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