The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited
Also known as: Falmouth Arts Centre, The Poly
The principal activities of the charity are to educate and encourage the public in all aspects of the Arts Sciences Crafts and History with particular reference to the County of Cornwall.
Activities & Mission
The principal activities of the charity are to educate and encourage the public in all aspects of the Arts Sciences Crafts and History with particular reference to the County of Cornwall.
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £543,790 | £623,266 | £623,266 | £540,128 | £14,285 | 7 / 43 |
| 2023 | £386,546 | £485,709 | 0 / 58 | |||
| 2022 | £308,523 | £382,479 | 0 / 65 | |||
| 2021 | £227,554 | £306,087 | 0 / 129 | |||
| 2020 | £373,818 | £229,849 | 0 / 129 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited
What does The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited do?
The principal activities of the charity are to educate and encourage the public in all aspects of the Arts Sciences Crafts and History with particular reference to the County of Cornwall.
How much income did The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited report in 2025?
The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited reported total income of £544k and reported expenditure of £623k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited registered as a charity?
The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 June 2000 as charity number 1081199. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited?
The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is VIRGINIA BUTTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited operate?
The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited operates in Cornwall, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1081199.
Details
24 CHURCH STREET
FALMOUTH
TR11 3EG
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Also Known As
- Falmouth Arts Centre
- The Poly
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