BRIGHTON OPEN AIR THEATRE (BOAT)
The advancement of education in arts and culture through the establishment, management and maintenance of an open air theatre in Brighton & Hove for the use of residents and visitors. The cultural facility operates from April to September each year and is based at Dyke Road Park in Hove. We present performance, spoken word, film, music and community events. It opened in May 2015.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The charity reported a surplus on unrestricted activities of £8,800 for the year ended 31 December 2024, with total unrestricted funds carried forward at £344,936. The trustees maintain a reserves policy to hold 10% of turnover to protect against unexpected losses or cashflow issues. The accounts state there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees will endeavour to maintain reserves of 10% of turnover in order to protect against unexpected losses or cashflow issues.” — page 4
Trustees
- STEVEN JOHN TURNERchair
- Dominic Frederick Boon
- Graeme Lance Hawkins
- Jane Waller
- Lisa Wolfe
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £450k | £441k |
| 31/12/2023 | £400k | £361k |
| 05/04/2023 | £387k | £371k |
| 05/04/2022 | £398k | £329k |
| 05/04/2021 | £348k | £280k |
Common questions
Is BRIGHTON OPEN AIR THEATRE (BOAT) financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The charity reported a surplus on unrestricted activities of £8,800 for the year ended 31 December 2024, with total unrestricted funds carried forward at £344,936. The trustees maintain a reserves policy to hold 10% of turnover to protect against unexpected losses or cashflow issues. The accounts state there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.