Wiltshire Creative
Also known as: The Salisbury Arts Theatre Limited, Salisbury Playhouse
The objects of the Theatre, as set out in the Memorandum of Association are to promote, maintain, improve and advance education, particularly by the production of educational plays and the encouragement of the Arts, including the arts of drama, dance, singing and music
Activities & Mission
The objects of the Theatre, as set out in the Memorandum of Association are to promote, maintain, improve and advance education, particularly by the production of educational plays and the encouragement of the Arts, including the arts of drama, dance, singing and music
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 48% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 304). How is this calculated?
Higher than 58% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 58% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £7,069,785 | £6,802,309 | £6,521,444 | £4,426,491 | £390,317 | 104 / 109 |
| 2025 | £5,475,738 | £5,501,054 | £5,234,891 | £4,159,015 | £213,601 | 116 / 125 |
| 2024 | £5,354,741 | £5,501,121 | £5,195,497 | £4,184,331 | £67,241 | 94 / 120 |
| 2023 | £4,151,988 | £4,869,460 | £4,660,340 | £4,330,711 | £0 | 12345 / 120 |
| 2022 | £3,246,666 | £3,279,179 | £3,141,376 | £5,048,183 | £111,119 | 119 / 250 |
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Frequently asked questions about Wiltshire Creative
What does Wiltshire Creative do?
The objects of the Theatre, as set out in the Memorandum of Association are to promote, maintain, improve and advance education, particularly by the production of educational plays and the encouragement of the Arts, including the arts of drama, dance, singing and music
How much income did Wiltshire Creative report in 2026?
Wiltshire Creative reported total income of £7.07m and reported expenditure of £6.80m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Wiltshire Creative?
Wiltshire Creative has a program ratio of 92.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 48% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 304 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Wiltshire Creative registered as a charity?
Wiltshire Creative was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 October 1966 as charity number 249169. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs Wiltshire Creative?
Wiltshire Creative is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wiltshire Creative operate?
Wiltshire Creative operates across 3 areas: Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire.
Is Wiltshire Creative a registered charity?
Yes — Wiltshire Creative is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 249169.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Salisbury Arts Theatre Limited
- Salisbury Playhouse
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated