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Up Close Theatre

The production and presentation of public theatrical performances in and around North Devon.To help individuals develop skills in the theatrical arts.

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Activities & Mission

The production and presentation of public theatrical performances in and around North Devon.To help individuals develop skills in the theatrical arts.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£9,500
Latest Expenditure
£16,384

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 172.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 172.5%
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
£9,500
£16,3840 / 32
2024
£20,144
£12,8110 / 33
2023
£14,347
£11,8720 / 35
2022
£12,172
£13,0590 / 27
2021
£7,251
£9,5870 / 19

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Up Close Theatre

What does Up Close Theatre do?

The production and presentation of public theatrical performances in and around North Devon.To help individuals develop skills in the theatrical arts.

How much income did Up Close Theatre report in 2025?

Up Close Theatre reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Up Close Theatre registered as a charity?

Up Close Theatre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 2019 as charity number 1184145. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs Up Close Theatre?

Up Close Theatre is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robert Eden Sharrock. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Up Close Theatre operate?

Up Close Theatre operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Up Close Theatre a registered charity?

Yes — Up Close Theatre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1184145.

Details

Address
34 Orchard Hill
BIDEFORD
EX39 2QY
Registration Date
28 June 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5131526
Charity Number
1184145

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Trustees

Robert Eden Sharrock Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
David Ludlam
Julie Scott
Kerry Samantha Orourke
Kirsty Olivia Alexandra Pebbles Parker
Mark Clark
Matthew Robert Garrod
Rosemary Dymond

Sectors & Classifications

Data & trust

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14 May 2026
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