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Underground Lights

For the public benefit, the relief of those in need, in particular but not exclusively, people experiencing homelessness and/or mental distress in the Coventry, Warwickshire and surrounding area through the provision of drama/performing arts workshops and other activities or forms of training/support.

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Activities & Mission

For the public benefit, the relief of those in need, in particular but not exclusively, people experiencing homelessness and/or mental distress in the Coventry, Warwickshire and surrounding area through the provision of drama/performing arts workshops and other activities or forms of training/support.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£78,294
Latest Expenditure
£63,842

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 81.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 81.5%
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.

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
£78,294
£63,8420 / 7
2024
£13,527
£65,5340 / 4
2023
£62,318
£38,0130 / 8
2022
£62,831
£47,7030 / 8
2021
£37,263
£35,0060 / 8

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Frequently asked questions about Underground Lights

What does Underground Lights do?

For the public benefit, the relief of those in need, in particular but not exclusively, people experiencing homelessness and/or mental distress in the Coventry, Warwickshire and surrounding area through the provision of drama/performing arts workshops and other activities or forms of training/support.

How much income did Underground Lights report in 2025?

Underground Lights reported total income of £78k and reported expenditure of £64k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Underground Lights registered as a charity?

Underground Lights was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 August 2018 as charity number 1179553. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs Underground Lights?

Underground Lights is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Georgia Dee Jaji. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Underground Lights operate?

Underground Lights operates across 2 areas: Coventry City and Warwickshire.

Is Underground Lights a registered charity?

Yes — Underground Lights is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179553.

Details

Address
C/O Belgrade Theatre Trust Ltd
Belgrade Square
Corporation Street
COVENTRY
CV1 1GS
Registration Date
14 August 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5112413
Charity Number
1179553

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Trustees

Georgia Dee Jaji Chair
Benedict Davenport
Benita Belgrove
Dr Daniela Evans
Professor Nadine Holdsworth
Simon Christopher Knowles
Sophie Hall
Tracy Villiers

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30 July 2026
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