Waters Edge Arts LTD

We deliver high quality participatory theatre projects, predominantly for people who are disadvantaged or vulnerable. We create and programme relevant, accessible theatre which challenges and entertains. We run The Edge Theatre & Arts Centre in Manchester, as a resource for community and professional arts and The Dressing Room Cafe which trains learning disabled adults in hospitality & catering.

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Activities & Mission

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

Manchester City Salford City Trafford

Financial Information

Latest Income

£441,458

Latest Expenditure

£512,759

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 94.3%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 62% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 95.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 40% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 5.5%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 40% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £11,469

Charitable Activities £521,571

Other Trading £0

Investments £0

Other Income £13

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £502,511

Raising Funds £22,055

Governance £6,600

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£441,458	£512,759				0 / 20
2024	£444,422	£453,252				0 / 20
2023	£453,252	£453,975				0 / 17
2022	£612,887	£524,566	£502,511	£179,899	£137,925	7 / 19
2021	£281,633	£139,582				0 / 3

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Frequently asked questions about Waters Edge Arts LTD

What does Waters Edge Arts LTD do?

How much income did Waters Edge Arts LTD report in 2025?

Waters Edge Arts LTD reported total income of £441k and reported expenditure of £513k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Waters Edge Arts LTD?

Waters Edge Arts LTD has a program ratio of 94.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 62% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Waters Edge Arts LTD registered as a charity?

Waters Edge Arts LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 March 2009 as charity number 1128608. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs Waters Edge Arts LTD?

Waters Edge Arts LTD 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 Waters Edge Arts LTD operate?

Waters Edge Arts LTD operates across 3 areas: Manchester City, Salford City and Trafford.

Is Waters Edge Arts LTD a registered charity?

Yes — Waters Edge Arts LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1128608.