Tropical Isles
Tropical Isles is a professional award-winning carnival arts organisation with creativity at its heart. At our East London home, we design and make costumes and create performances working with children and young people, professional designers and choreographers. We believe that through carnival arts we can inspire and drive creativity, that finally contributes to the development of young people.
Activities & Mission
Tropical Isles is a professional award-winning carnival arts organisation with creativity at its heart. At our East London home, we design and make costumes and create performances working with children and young people, professional designers and choreographers. We believe that through carnival arts we can inspire and drive creativity, that finally contributes to the development of young people.
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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 | £189,832 | £183,998 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2024 | £193,838 | £162,699 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2023 | £89,933 | £109,592 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £202,939 | £189,509 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2021 | £116,705 | £112,929 | 0 / 4 |
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Frequently asked questions about Tropical Isles
What does Tropical Isles do?
Tropical Isles is a professional award-winning carnival arts organisation with creativity at its heart. At our East London home, we design and make costumes and create performances working with children and young people, professional designers and choreographers. We believe that through carnival arts we can inspire and drive creativity, that finally contributes to the development of young people.
How much income did Tropical Isles report in 2025?
Tropical Isles reported total income of £190k and reported expenditure of £184k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Tropical Isles registered as a charity?
Tropical Isles was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 February 2002 as charity number 1090798. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs Tropical Isles?
Tropical Isles is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Tropical Isles operate?
Tropical Isles operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Tropical Isles a registered charity?
Yes — Tropical Isles is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1090798.
Details
Studio 8 & 11
43 De Beauvoir Road
Hackney
London
N1 5SF
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