Wimbledon Arts
Developing the cultural landscape of Merton and Wandsworth by organising an annual book festival called "Wimbledon Bookfest" to promote the active enjoyment of books, and other cultural activities; and developing an educational outeach programme across Merton.
Activities & Mission
Developing the cultural landscape of Merton and Wandsworth by organising an annual book festival called "Wimbledon Bookfest" to promote the active enjoyment of books, and other cultural activities; and developing an educational outeach programme across Merton.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 49% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% 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
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £670,438 | £628,071 | £583,107 | -£37,368 | £0 | 3 / 60 |
| 2023 | £484,588 | £508,008 | 0 / 62 | |||
| 2022 | £540,416 | £616,120 | £616,120 | -£56,315 | £0 | 2 / 15 |
| 2021 | £529,214 | £530,482 | £530,482 | £19,388 | £19,388 | 1 / 15 |
| 2020 | £272,760 | £267,016 | 0 / 18 |
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Frequently asked questions about Wimbledon Arts
What does Wimbledon Arts do?
Developing the cultural landscape of Merton and Wandsworth by organising an annual book festival called "Wimbledon Bookfest" to promote the active enjoyment of books, and other cultural activities; and developing an educational outeach programme across Merton.
How much income did Wimbledon Arts report in 2024?
Wimbledon Arts reported total income of £670k and reported expenditure of £628k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Wimbledon Arts?
Wimbledon Arts has a program ratio of 87.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Wimbledon Arts registered as a charity?
Wimbledon Arts was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 July 2007 as charity number 1120297. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs Wimbledon Arts?
Wimbledon Arts is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lord Iain Mackenzie McNicol. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wimbledon Arts operate?
Wimbledon Arts operates across 2 areas: Merton and Wandsworth.
Is Wimbledon Arts a registered charity?
Yes — Wimbledon Arts is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1120297.
Details
35 Wimbledon Hill Road
LONDON
SW19 7NB
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- 14 May 2026
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