The Shakespeare Globe Trust
Also known as: Shakespeare's Globe
The Trust's primary purpose is to promote, maintain, improve and advance education, by encouraging and stimulating public appreciation and understanding of the dramatic art in all its forms, but principally in relation to the works of William Shakespeare. The Trust aims to fulfil this purpose through educational programmes, theatre performances, exhibitiona and guided tours at the Globe Theatre.
Activities & Mission
The Trust's primary purpose is to promote, maintain, improve and advance education, by encouraging and stimulating public appreciation and understanding of the dramatic art in all its forms, but principally in relation to the works of William Shakespeare. The Trust aims to fulfil this purpose through educational programmes, theatre performances, exhibitiona and guided tours at the Globe Theatre.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 22% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 81). How is this calculated?
Higher than 20% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 41% of UK Arts charities with income over £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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £31,485,000 | £27,711,000 | £23,559,000 | £43,099,000 | £6,103,000 | 364 / 700 |
| 2024 | £28,846,000 | £27,719,000 | £23,677,000 | £39,329,000 | £5,579,000 | 352 / 671 |
| 2023 | £29,923,000 | £23,761,000 | £20,383,000 | £38,364,000 | £5,896,000 | 319 / 700 |
| 2022 | £19,138,000 | £21,226,000 | £18,658,000 | £32,279,000 | £3,406,000 | 276 / 700 |
| 2021 | £13,562,000 | £15,165,000 | £13,638,000 | £33,876,000 | £5,301,000 | 200 / 700 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Shakespeare Globe Trust
What does The Shakespeare Globe Trust do?
The Trust's primary purpose is to promote, maintain, improve and advance education, by encouraging and stimulating public appreciation and understanding of the dramatic art in all its forms, but principally in relation to the works of William Shakespeare. The Trust aims to fulfil this purpose through educational programmes, theatre performances, exhibitiona and guided tours at the Globe Theatre.
How much income did The Shakespeare Globe Trust report in 2025?
The Shakespeare Globe Trust reported total income of £31.48m and reported expenditure of £27.71m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Shakespeare Globe Trust?
The Shakespeare Globe Trust has a program ratio of 74.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 81 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Shakespeare Globe Trust registered as a charity?
The Shakespeare Globe Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 February 1974 as charity number 266916. It has been registered for 52 years.
Who runs The Shakespeare Globe Trust?
The Shakespeare Globe Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dame Jayne-Anne Gadhia. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Shakespeare Globe Trust operate?
The Shakespeare Globe Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Shakespeare Globe Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Shakespeare Globe Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 266916.
Details
21 New Globe Walk
London
SE1 9DT
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Also Known As
- Shakespeare's Globe
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
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