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The Old Waterworks

The Old Waterworks (TOW) is an artist-led charity in Southend-on-Sea that provides studios, facilities, and research and development opportunities for artists.

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Activities & Mission

The Old Waterworks (TOW) is an artist-led charity in Southend-on-Sea that provides studios, facilities, and research and development opportunities for artists.

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

Latest Income
£32,452
Latest Expenditure
£25,967

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 80.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 80.0%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£32,452
£25,9670 / 0
2023
£24,873
£24,8410 / 0
2022
£41,979
£31,6710 / 0
2021
£109,254
£85,2180 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Old Waterworks

What does The Old Waterworks do?

The Old Waterworks (TOW) is an artist-led charity in Southend-on-Sea that provides studios, facilities, and research and development opportunities for artists.

How much income did The Old Waterworks report in 2024?

The Old Waterworks reported total income of £32k and reported expenditure of £26k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Old Waterworks registered as a charity?

The Old Waterworks was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 September 2020 as charity number 1191385. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs The Old Waterworks?

The Old Waterworks is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Claire Gallagher. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Old Waterworks operate?

The Old Waterworks operates across 2 areas: Essex and Southend-on-sea.

Is The Old Waterworks a registered charity?

Yes — The Old Waterworks is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1191385.

Details

Address
North Road
Westcliff on Sea
Essex
SS0 7AB
Registration Date
21 September 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5156542
Charity Number
1191385

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Trustees

Claire Gallagher Chair
David Watkins
Ellen Mara De Wachter
James Ravinet
Michael Ekers
Natasha Carter
Rehan Wazir
Sophie Sage

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