ATTIC THEATRE COMPANY (LONDON)
Attic produces world class accessible theatre and develops audiences locally, regardless of social, physical or economic barriers. We aim to be at the forefront of exemplary new theatre practice. We also runs a year round community outreach and participation programme for the elderly and vulnerable and run drama workshops for disadvantaged young people, particularly refugees and asylum seekers.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £24,347 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total fund balances from £91,575 to £67,228. The trustees confirm that free reserves are maintained at a minimum of £25,000 to safeguard the organisation, and they have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“The Board aims to maintain £25,000 in free reserves to provide three to six months of running costs, in line with Charity Commission guidance.” — page 40
Funders the charity credits
- London Borough of Merton
- Merton Public Health
- Arts Council England
Trustees
- PAUL BAYNTONchair
- ANGELA CALDARA
- Emma Manton
- Jenny Lee
- Philip Morris
- Wayne Thomas Patrick Mullen
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £164k | £125k |
| 31/03/2025 | £136k | £160k |
| 31/03/2024 | £157k | £149k |
| 31/03/2023 | £238k | £210k |
| 31/03/2022 | £123k | £124k |
Common questions
Is ATTIC THEATRE COMPANY (LONDON) financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £24,347 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total fund balances from £91,575 to £67,228. The trustees confirm that free reserves are maintained at a minimum of £25,000 to safeguard the organisation, and they have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds ATTIC THEATRE COMPANY (LONDON)?
Funders whose own accounts filings name ATTIC THEATRE COMPANY (LONDON) as a grant recipient include MERTON VOLUNTARY SERVICE COUNCIL.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERTON VOLUNTARY SERVICE COUNCIL | FY2023 | £10k | |
| MERTON VOLUNTARY SERVICE COUNCIL | FY2022 | £5k | |
| MERTON VOLUNTARY SERVICE COUNCIL | FY2025 | £3k | |
| MERTON VOLUNTARY SERVICE COUNCIL | FY2024 | — |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 18/02/2025 | £19k | National Lottery Project Grants |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 28/09/2023 | £10k | Many Voices creative workshops |
| Sport England | 04/11/2019 | £6k | The Elders Dance Project |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 26/04/2019 | £4k | Leap! Creative Arts Camp |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 09/05/2018 | £10k | "Suffragettes of Merton" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 08/04/2014 | £37k | "Morden Hall Auxiliary Hospital and Farm 1914-1918: the people and the places of WW1" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 20/03/2012 | £31k | "Olympic Arts & Heritage" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 20/01/2011 | £5k | An Afternoon of Wellbeing with Ma Kelly |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 14/06/2006 | £5k | It's the Diamond Ritz! |