The Shakespeare Hospice
Also known as: Shakespeare Hospice Limited
We provide expert, holistic, specialist care and support for every young person and adult living in our community with a life limiting illness, and for those who matter to them. Care is delivered on a non-residential basis at the Hospice and in the community by specialist nursing and care teams.
Activities & Mission
We provide expert, holistic, specialist care and support for every young person and adult living in our community with a life limiting illness, and for those who matter to them. Care is delivered on a non-residential basis at the Hospice and in the community by specialist nursing and care teams.
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 26% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1286). How is this calculated?
Higher than 7% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% of UK Health 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,196,844 | £2,992,859 | £1,621,280 | £4,367,669 | £0 | 71 / 165 |
| 2024 | £2,280,369 | £2,643,860 | £1,402,877 | £5,171,780 | £4,163,657 | 63 / 160 |
| 2023 | £2,091,137 | £2,335,425 | £1,288,256 | £5,471,520 | £4,474,028 | 62 / 155 |
| 2022 | £2,934,712 | £2,026,509 | £1,126,328 | £5,724,875 | £3,571,960 | 56 / 250 |
| 2021 | £3,294,235 | £1,844,806 | £1,071,147 | £4,841,853 | £2,530,840 | 56 / 320 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Shakespeare Hospice
What does The Shakespeare Hospice do?
We provide expert, holistic, specialist care and support for every young person and adult living in our community with a life limiting illness, and for those who matter to them. Care is delivered on a non-residential basis at the Hospice and in the community by specialist nursing and care teams.
How much income did The Shakespeare Hospice report in 2025?
The Shakespeare Hospice reported total income of £2.20m and reported expenditure of £2.99m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Shakespeare Hospice?
The Shakespeare Hospice has a program ratio of 73.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 26% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1286 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Shakespeare Hospice registered as a charity?
The Shakespeare Hospice was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 August 1997 as charity number 1064091. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs The Shakespeare Hospice?
The Shakespeare Hospice is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Neal Simmonds. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Shakespeare Hospice operate?
The Shakespeare Hospice operates across 2 areas: Gloucestershire and Warwickshire.
Is The Shakespeare Hospice a registered charity?
Yes — The Shakespeare Hospice is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1064091.
Details
Church Lane
Shottery
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 9UL
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated