Harbour House Trust
Harbour House is a contemporary art and wellbeing centre in Kingsbridge, South Devon. we aim to enrich the lives of the people of our town and surrounding communities through art, creativity, and wellbeing practices. We achieve this through an inspiring and inclusive programme of exhibitions, performances and educational activities. flexible spaces dedicated to mindfulness, movement and yoga.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity operated at a significant deficit, with total expenditure of £586,627 against total income of £194,822, resulting in a net outgoing resource of £391,805. To fund this deficit, the trustees utilized a planned drawdown of capital and income from the investment portfolio, including the sale of the Bala Brook property for £1.5 million. While free reserves increased to £684,587, the trustees acknowledge the need to align the organization around a financially sustainable business model over the next three years.
What the accounts disclose
“The number of employees whose emoluments fell within the following bands was: 2025 £70,001 - £80,000 ——” — page 20
“The number of employees whose emoluments fell within the following bands was: 2025 £70,001 - £80,000 ——” — page 20
“A trustee, R Harrington, donated £2,975 (2024: £600) to the trust through a payroll giving scheme.” — page 26
Property (HM Land Registry)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (15/01/2025)
Trustees
- Amy Lightfoot
- Caroline Jane Forcer
- Hannah Lucy Firth
- Judith Robinson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £195k | £587k |
| 05/04/2024 | £230k | £521k |
| 05/04/2023 | £258k | £436k |
| 05/04/2022 | £248k | £313k |
| 05/04/2021 | £150k | £226k |
Common questions
Is Harbour House Trust financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity operated at a significant deficit, with total expenditure of £586,627 against total income of £194,822, resulting in a net outgoing resource of £391,805. To fund this deficit, the trustees utilized a planned drawdown of capital and income from the investment portfolio, including the sale of the Bala Brook property for £1.5 million. While free reserves increased to £684,587, the trustees acknowledge the need to align the organization around a financially sustainable business model over the next three years. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of Harbour House Trust earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £70,001 - £80,000 band, and 1 employees earned over £60,000.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/11/2024 | £20k | Mindful movement mindful making: creative wellbeing activities in Kingsbridge |