The Bluecoat
Charitable company · registered 1988
What the charity does
The Bluecoat is Liverpool's Centre for the Contemporary Arts.Our purpose is to open up creative possibilities for individuals and communities. We do this through a programme of exhibitions, live art and participation projects; through support to artists; by opening our 18th Century building to makers, traders and visitors; and by creating connections between Liverpool and the rest of the world.
Income and spending
Income Spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31 March 2025 | £2,346,014 | £2,512,865 |
| 31 March 2024 | £1,981,987 | £2,612,990 |
| 31 March 2023 | £2,203,348 | £2,764,812 |
| 31 March 2022 | £2,948,992 | £2,623,575 |
| 31 March 2021 | £1,801,082 | £1,832,858 |
Charity details
- Charity number
- 700862
- Company number
- 02246627
- Registered
- 24 November 1988
- Latest income
- £2,346,014 (year to 31 March 2025)
- Latest spending
- £2,512,865
- Income from government
- £781,844
- Volunteers
- 13
- Reporting
- Submission Received
- Gift Aid
- Not registered
Contact
- Address
- Bluecoat, School Lane, Liverpool, L13BX
- Phone
- 01517025324
- Website
- thebluecoat.org.uk
Official record: Charity Commission register, charity number 700862.
What the charity does
Who it helps
How it helps
Where it operates
Charitable objects
To foster and promote the improvement, development and maintenance of artistic knowledge and understanding and appreciation of the arts in the United Kingdom and in particular in the county of merseyside.
Area of benefit: Not Defined - in Practice Merseyside
Governing document: Memorandum and articles of association incorporated 21 april 1988 as amended by special resolutions dated passed 27 september 1988 and 9 december 2003
Employees earning over £60,000
- £70,001–£80,000 · 1 employee
Other names
- Bluecoat Arts Centre Limited · previous name
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Questions and answers
What is the charity number of The Bluecoat?
The Bluecoat is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales under charity number 700862 and is also a company (number 02246627).
How much income does The Bluecoat have?
In the financial year ending 31 March 2025 the charity had an income of £2,346,014 and spent £2,512,865.
How many employees of The Bluecoat earn over £60,000?
1 employee received total benefits over £60,000 in the latest annual return.