The Playhouse Backwell
Also known as: Backwell Playhouse
The Playhouse provides a venue and facilities incorporating a 99 seat auditorium for theatre, film and dance. In addition to audience performances, it offers tuition, training and rehearsal space for both adults and children.
Activities & Mission
The Playhouse provides a venue and facilities incorporating a 99 seat auditorium for theatre, film and dance. In addition to audience performances, it offers tuition, training and rehearsal space for both adults and children.
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.
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Financial Information
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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 | £45,759 | £65,892 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £42,006 | £42,701 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2023 | £18,892 | £24,941 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £20,364 | £13,822 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2021 | £17,996 | £6,451 | 0 / 7 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Playhouse Backwell
What does The Playhouse Backwell do?
The Playhouse provides a venue and facilities incorporating a 99 seat auditorium for theatre, film and dance. In addition to audience performances, it offers tuition, training and rehearsal space for both adults and children.
How much income did The Playhouse Backwell report in 2025?
The Playhouse Backwell reported total income of £46k and reported expenditure of £66k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Playhouse Backwell registered as a charity?
The Playhouse Backwell was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 January 1986 as charity number 293300. It has been registered for 40 years.
Who runs The Playhouse Backwell?
The Playhouse Backwell is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Playhouse Backwell operate?
The Playhouse Backwell operates in North Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Playhouse Backwell a registered charity?
Yes — The Playhouse Backwell is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 293300.
Details
23 Mariners Drive
Backwell
BRISTOL
BS48 3HT
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Also Known As
- Backwell Playhouse
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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