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The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre

Also known as: The T I P P Centre, Theatre in Prisons and Probation Centre, Tipp

WE AIM TO PROVIDE PEOPLE WITH A MEANS TO GAIN MORE CONTROL OVER THEIR LIVES AND TO IMPROVE ITS QUALITY. TO ENABLE THIS WE USE THEATRE TECHNIQUES AND OTHER ART FORMS. PARTICIPATION IS AT THE CORE OF OUR WORK - OUR WORK HAS THREE MAIN AREAS OF FOCUS - PRACTICE WORKING WITHIN PRISON AND YOUNG OFFENDER INSTITUTION INMATES, PROBATION CLIENTS, AND YOUNG PEOPLE AT RISK, TRAINING,CONSULTANCY & ADVOCACY.

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Activities & Mission

WE AIM TO PROVIDE PEOPLE WITH A MEANS TO GAIN MORE CONTROL OVER THEIR LIVES AND TO IMPROVE ITS QUALITY. TO ENABLE THIS WE USE THEATRE TECHNIQUES AND OTHER ART FORMS. PARTICIPATION IS AT THE CORE OF OUR WORK - OUR WORK HAS THREE MAIN AREAS OF FOCUS - PRACTICE WORKING WITHIN PRISON AND YOUNG OFFENDER INSTITUTION INMATES, PROBATION CLIENTS, AND YOUNG PEOPLE AT RISK, TRAINING,CONSULTANCY & ADVOCACY.

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.

Region

England

Financial Information

Latest Income
£246,730
Latest Expenditure
£336,495

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 113.0%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £18
Charitable Activities £210,149
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £237,593
Raising Funds £0
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£246,730
£336,4950 / 25
2024
£541,462
£237,593£237,593£333,240£333,2403 / 25
2023
£203,270
£247,6460 / 12
2022
£160,982
£203,6110 / 12
2021
£215,481
£114,5170 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre

What does The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre do?

WE AIM TO PROVIDE PEOPLE WITH A MEANS TO GAIN MORE CONTROL OVER THEIR LIVES AND TO IMPROVE ITS QUALITY. TO ENABLE THIS WE USE THEATRE TECHNIQUES AND OTHER ART FORMS. PARTICIPATION IS AT THE CORE OF OUR WORK - OUR WORK HAS THREE MAIN AREAS OF FOCUS - PRACTICE WORKING WITHIN PRISON AND YOUNG OFFENDER INSTITUTION INMATES, PROBATION CLIENTS, AND YOUNG PEOPLE AT RISK, TRAINING,CONSULTANCY & ADVOCACY.

How much income did The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre report in 2025?

The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre reported total income of £247k and reported expenditure of £336k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre registered as a charity?

The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 January 1996 as charity number 1052295. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre?

The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre operate?

The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre a registered charity?

Yes — The Theatre In Prisons And Probation Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1052295.

Details

Address
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
OXFORD ROAD
MANCHESTER
M13 9PL
Registration Date
26 January 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1052295
Charity Number
1052295

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Trustees

ALISON JEFFERS
Amirah Nadia Farag
Amy Grace Cunningham
Helen Clare Fuller
Margaret Ann Struthers
Mx Sara Domville
NICHOLAS PONSILLO
Steven Mark Kenny

Also Known As

  • The T I P P Centre
  • Theatre in Prisons and Probation Centre
  • Tipp

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30 July 2026
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