EXPERIENCE OXFORDSHIRE CHARITABLE TRUST
EOCT is the cultural development agency for Oxfordshire. We create new opportunities for arts and heritage organisations whilst nurturing new festivals and spectacular events. We also work to engage as many people as possible in exciting & enjoyable cultural experiences, raising Oxfordshire's profile as a cultural destination within the UK & internationally.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds decreased from £86,385 to £74,734 due to a net expenditure of £11,651 against total income of £40,084. The trustees maintain a reserves policy targeting three to six months of expenditure, with a stated minimum prudent level of £35,000, which the current unrestricted balance exceeds. The trustees confirm adequate resources for going concern, noting risks related to potential reductions in core funding.
What the accounts disclose
“Oxfordshire County Council provided funding to the subsidiary, Experience Oxfordshire Limited during the year. The Council is also an Ambassador partner of the subsidiary, providing a limited amount of direct funding, and is represented on the Board.” — page 7
“During the year Experience Oxfordshire Charitable Trust paid a £49,000 (2024: £64,000) cultural development grant under Service Level Agreement to its subsidiary undertaking.” — page 16
“Oxfordshire County Council provided funding to the subsidiary, Experience Oxfordshire Limited during the year. The Council is also an Ambassador partner of the subsidiary, providing a limited amount of direct funding, and is represented on the Board.” — page 7
“During the year Experience Oxfordshire Charitable Trust paid a £49,000 (2024: £64,000) cultural development grant under Service Level Agreement to its subsidiary undertaking.” — page 16
“Oxfordshire County Council provided funding to the subsidiary, Experience Oxfordshire Limited during the year. The Council is also an Ambassador partner of the subsidiary, providing a limited amount of direct funding, and is represented on the Board.” — page 7
“During the year Experience Oxfordshire Charitable Trust paid a £49,000 (2024: £64,000) cultural development grant under Service Level Agreement to its subsidiary undertaking.” — page 16
Trustees
- STUART PETER CROOKchair
- Alexandra Ellen Vincent
- CHRISTOPHER GRAHAM WIGG
- Dominic Hare
- Elizabeth Pendrill Raphael Leffman
- Luke Carl Marion
- Miranda Markham
- Timothy Ross Vorley
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £40k | £52k |
| 31/03/2024 | £2k | £67k |
| 31/03/2023 | £4k | £32k |
| 31/03/2022 | £285k | £208k |
| 31/03/2021 | £127k | £41k |
Common questions
Is EXPERIENCE OXFORDSHIRE CHARITABLE TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds decreased from £86,385 to £74,734 due to a net expenditure of £11,651 against total income of £40,084. The trustees maintain a reserves policy targeting three to six months of expenditure, with a stated minimum prudent level of £35,000, which the current unrestricted balance exceeds. The trustees confirm adequate resources for going concern, noting risks related to potential reductions in core funding. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford City Council | 13/02/2018 | £2k | Grant to Experience Oxfordshire |
| Oxford City Council | 09/02/2017 | £2k | Grant to Experience Oxfordshire |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 10/09/2008 | £10k | Winterlight |