ALNWICK DISTRICT PLAYHOUSE TRUST
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement in funds of £417,675 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total unrestricted funds reaching £2,568,319. However, the trustees note that the charity continues to make small losses on its general fund and remains dependent on grants and premises cost agreements for financial survival. Free reserves stood at £188,000, which is above the stated policy target of £155,000.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees consider it would be appropriate to hold the equivalent of 3 months’ overhead costs, which would equate to £155K in free reserves.” — page 19
“Current forecasts indicate that, despite encouraging growth in commercial income and margins, we will continue to make small losses on the general fund, making us dependant on grants and agreement with Northumberland County Council (NCC) on premises costs for financial survival in the future.” — page 19
“During the year, Alnwick District Playhouse Trust received membership fees of £267 (2024 - £520) from seven (2024 - three) Trustees or their close family members on a normal commercial basis.” — page 56
“During the year the Charity paid £3,968 (2024 - £150) for actors' accommodation to a business operated by the wife of one of the Trustees.” — page 56
“During the year, Alnwick District Playhouse Trust received membership fees of £267 (2024 - £520) from seven (2024 - three) Trustees or their close family members on a normal commercial basis.” — page 56
“During the year the Charity paid £3,968 (2024 - £150) for actors' accommodation to a business operated by the wife of one of the Trustees.” — page 56
“During the year, Alnwick District Playhouse Trust received membership fees of £267 (2024 - £520) from seven (2024 - three) Trustees or their close family members on a normal commercial basis.” — page 56
“During the year the Charity paid £3,968 (2024 - £150) for actors' accommodation to a business operated by the wife of one of the Trustees.” — page 56
“The charity owns 100% of the issued share capital of Alnwick Playhouse Trading Limited, a company registered in England and Wales (Company No. 16036980).” — page 31
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2025)
Trustees
- Christopher Sayerschair
- Barry Horsburgh
- Fiona McCusker
- Gordon Castle Mr
- Jane Embley
- Lilian Lydia Hetherington
- MARTIN ALLENBY
- NORMAN LUKE
- Philip Mark Stuckey
- Roger Styring
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £1.8m | £1.4m |
| 31/03/2024 | £1.4m | £1.4m |
| 31/03/2023 | £1.3m | £1.1m |
| 31/03/2022 | £590k | £693k |
| 31/03/2021 | £438k | £371k |
Common questions
Is ALNWICK DISTRICT PLAYHOUSE TRUST financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement in funds of £417,675 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total unrestricted funds reaching £2,568,319. However, the trustees note that the charity continues to make small losses on its general fund and remains dependent on grants and premises cost agreements for financial survival. Free reserves stood at £188,000, which is above the stated policy target of £155,000. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Kinnair Associates Limited.