The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust
Operates in the city of York raising awareness and understanding of York's medieval Mystery Plays, raises funds for community performances of the Plays and works with Arts and tourism stakeholders to coordinate and support performances.
Activities & Mission
Operates in the city of York raising awareness and understanding of York's medieval Mystery Plays, raises funds for community performances of the Plays and works with Arts and tourism stakeholders to coordinate and support performances.
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.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £8,961 | £7,079 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2024 | £3,220 | £2,386 | 0 / 33 | |||
| 2023 | £6,784 | £9,954 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2022 | £10,489 | £8,510 | 0 / 91 | |||
| 2021 | £4,964 | £1,976 | 0 / 95 |
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Frequently asked questions about The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust
What does The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust do?
Operates in the city of York raising awareness and understanding of York's medieval Mystery Plays, raises funds for community performances of the Plays and works with Arts and tourism stakeholders to coordinate and support performances.
How much income did The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust report in 2025?
The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust reported total income of £9k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust registered as a charity?
The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 December 2017 as charity number 1176113. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust?
The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Emily Hansen. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust operate?
The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust operates in City Of York, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The York Mystery Plays Supporters Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1176113.
Details
C/O YORK THEATRE ROYAL
SAINT LEONARD'S PLACE
YORK
YO1 7HD
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