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The Sustainable Darkroom LTD

The Sustainable Darkroom is a research, training, and learning charity, equipping people with new skills and knowledge to develop an eco-friendly photographic practice. We do this through workshops, talks, publications, private tuition, research and writing support, free PDFs and more. We opperate across the UK, supporting individuals, darkrooms, labs, universities, schools and community groups.

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Activities & Mission

The Sustainable Darkroom is a research, training, and learning charity, equipping people with new skills and knowledge to develop an eco-friendly photographic practice. We do this through workshops, talks, publications, private tuition, research and writing support, free PDFs and more. We opperate across the UK, supporting individuals, darkrooms, labs, universities, schools and community groups.

Grants

The Sustainable Darkroom LTD makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
individuals
Total spending (2025)
£67,097
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training and the environment, conservation, or heritage

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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.

Show all 11 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£86,528
Latest Expenditure
£67,097

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 77.5%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£86,528
£67,0970 / 8

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Sustainable Darkroom LTD

What does The Sustainable Darkroom LTD do?

The Sustainable Darkroom is a research, training, and learning charity, equipping people with new skills and knowledge to develop an eco-friendly photographic practice. We do this through workshops, talks, publications, private tuition, research and writing support, free PDFs and more. We opperate across the UK, supporting individuals, darkrooms, labs, universities, schools and community groups.

How much income did The Sustainable Darkroom LTD report in 2025?

The Sustainable Darkroom LTD reported total income of £87k and reported expenditure of £67k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Sustainable Darkroom LTD registered as a charity?

The Sustainable Darkroom LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 July 2024 as charity number 1209088. It has been registered for 2 years.

Who runs The Sustainable Darkroom LTD?

The Sustainable Darkroom LTD is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Joanne Bradford. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Sustainable Darkroom LTD operate?

The Sustainable Darkroom LTD operates across 11 areas, including Belgium, Chile, Finland and 8 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Sustainable Darkroom LTD a registered charity?

Yes — The Sustainable Darkroom LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1209088.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
11 July 2024
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5228609
Charity Number
1209088

Trustees

Joanne Bradford Chair
Joanna Louise Gane
Melanie Kathryn King

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
19 October 2026
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