ROYAL COURT LIVERPOOL LTD
To advance education for the public benefit by the promotion of the arts, in particular but not exclusively the art of dramaThe arts promoted by the organisation are theatre-based performances and a range of theatre-based workshop sessions and activities. These include professional and amateur performances, workshops and sessions delivered in the local community and throughout England.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the group reported a net deficit of £495,311 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in negative unrestricted funds of £369,348. Despite this deficit, the trustees confirm that secured multi-year funding from Arts Council England and Liverpool City Council, along with robust fundraising pipelines, ensures adequate resources to meet liabilities for at least twelve months.
What the accounts disclose
“At year end, the Group reported total funds of £130,263, comprising restricted funds of £499,611 and negative unrestricted funds of £369,348.” — page 12
“During the year, Royal Court Liverpool Limited paid rent and utilities of £310,726 (2024: £191,368) (net of VAT) to Royal Court Liverpool Trust Limited.” — page 44
“During the year, Royal Court Liverpool Trust Limited passed over grants of £166,030 (2024: £90,338) to Royal Court Liverpool Limited.” — page 44
“During the year, Royal Court Liverpool Limited paid rent and utilities of £310,726 (2024: £191,368) (net of VAT) to Royal Court Liverpool Trust Limited.” — page 44
“During the year, Royal Court Liverpool Trust Limited passed over grants of £166,030 (2024: £90,338) to Royal Court Liverpool Limited.” — page 44
“During the year, Royal Court Liverpool Limited paid rent and utilities of £310,726 (2024: £191,368) (net of VAT) to Royal Court Liverpool Trust Limited.” — page 44
“During the year, Royal Court Liverpool Trust Limited passed over grants of £166,030 (2024: £90,338) to Royal Court Liverpool Limited.” — page 44
“During the year, Royal Court Liverpool Limited paid rent and utilities of £310,726 (2024: £191,368) (net of VAT) to Royal Court Liverpool Trust Limited.” — page 44
“During the year, Royal Court Liverpool Trust Limited passed over grants of £166,030 (2024: £90,338) to Royal Court Liverpool Limited.” — page 44
“During the year, Royal Court Liverpool Limited paid rent and utilities of £310,726 (2024: £191,368) (net of VAT) to Royal Court Liverpool Trust Limited.” — page 44
“During the year, Royal Court Liverpool Trust Limited passed over grants of £166,030 (2024: £90,338) to Royal Court Liverpool Limited.” — page 44
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2025)
Trustees
- Dr Laurence Antony Clark
- Joanna Hargreaves
- Kate Betsi Haldane
- Paul Rasool Khan
- Sarah Maxfield
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £7.1m | £7.6m |
| 31/03/2024 | £6.6m | £6.0m |
| 31/03/2023 | £4.8m | £4.7m |
Common questions
Is ROYAL COURT LIVERPOOL LTD financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the group reported a net deficit of £495,311 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in negative unrestricted funds of £369,348. Despite this deficit, the trustees confirm that secured multi-year funding from Arts Council England and Liverpool City Council, along with robust fundraising pipelines, ensures adequate resources to meet liabilities for at least twelve months. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by DSG Audit.
Who funds ROYAL COURT LIVERPOOL LTD?
Funders whose own accounts filings name ROYAL COURT LIVERPOOL LTD as a grant recipient include THE THEATRES TRUST CHARITABLE FUND, THE AUSTIN AND HOPE PILKINGTON TRUST, EQUITY CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE THEATRES TRUST CHARITABLE FUND | FY2023 | £5k | Small Grants Programme |
| THE THEATRES TRUST CHARITABLE FUND | FY2022 | £5k | |
| THE AUSTIN AND HOPE PILKINGTON TRUST | FY2025 | £5k | Grant Round 2 - £5,000 |
| EQUITY CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2026 | £3k | Theatrical grants to 7 institutions |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE HAROLD HYAM WINGATE FOUNDATION | 2 | £18k |
| MARIA BJORNSON MEMORIAL FUND | 2 | £10k |
| THE ROPER FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £586k |
| CURIOUS MINDS | 1 | £406k |
| THE FIDELITY UK FOUNDATION | 1 | £325k |
| THE MISS BERYL BILLINGS (KNOWN AS MARGOT BOYD) CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £305k |
| THE MEDLOCK CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £175k |
| THE TOLKIEN TRUST | 1 | £105k |
Charities like this
- THE NEW THEATRE ROYAL-TRUSTEES (PORTSMOUTH) LIMITED
- ROYAL COURT LIVERPOOL TRUST LIMITED
- SOUTH LONDON THEATRE CENTRE LIMITED
- THE THEATRE ROYAL BATH LIMITED
- THE ACADEMY FOR THEATRE ARTS LTD
- PIONEER THEATRES LIMITED
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROYAL COURT LIVERPOOL LTD | £7.1m | — | — | below | — | no doubt |
| THE NEW THEATRE ROYAL-TRUSTEES (PORTSMOUTH) LIMITED | £1.4m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ROYAL COURT LIVERPOOL TRUST LIMITED | £472k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| SOUTH LONDON THEATRE CENTRE LIMITED | £183k | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |
| THE THEATRE ROYAL BATH LIMITED | £19.7m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE ACADEMY FOR THEATRE ARTS LTD | £251k | — | 0 | below | — | noted |