Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD
Also known as: Huntingdon Arts Limited, The Countess of Huntingdon's Hall Limited, Worcester Live Charitable Trust Ltd, Worcester Live Limited
The promotion for the public benefit of the appreciation and enjoyment of a wide range of music and theatre for the benefit of the people of Worcester and the surrounding area.
Activities & Mission
The promotion for the public benefit of the appreciation and enjoyment of a wide range of music and theatre for the benefit of the people of Worcester and the surrounding area.
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 19% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 339). How is this calculated?
Higher than 49% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 42% 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 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 | £2,601,308 | £2,015,612 | £1,883,805 | £1,511,899 | £1,333,248 | 27 / 150 |
| 2024 | £2,233,457 | £2,026,757 | £1,897,582 | £926,203 | £779,839 | 27 / 150 |
| 2023 | £1,748,356 | £1,607,415 | £1,508,973 | £719,503 | £562,528 | 24 / 150 |
| 2022 | £1,751,593 | £1,595,473 | £1,508,776 | £578,562 | £473,885 | 25 / 150 |
| 2021 | £872,885 | £633,947 | £624,926 | £427,823 | £300,744 | 14 / 150 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD
What does Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD do?
The promotion for the public benefit of the appreciation and enjoyment of a wide range of music and theatre for the benefit of the people of Worcester and the surrounding area.
How much income did Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD report in 2025?
Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD reported total income of £2.60m and reported expenditure of £2.02m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD?
Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD has a program ratio of 72.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 19% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 339 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD registered as a charity?
Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 March 1989 as charity number 701310. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD?
Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD 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 Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD operate?
Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD operates in Worcestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD a registered charity?
Yes — Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 701310.
Details
Huntingdon Hall
Chapel Walk
WORCESTER
WR1 3LD
Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Huntingdon Arts Limited
- The Countess of Huntingdon's Hall Limited
- Worcester Live Charitable Trust Ltd
- Worcester Live Limited
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated