Bear Pit Theatre Limited (number 1156259) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does Bear Pit Theatre Limited do?
To advance public education in the arts and promote knowledge, understanding and appreciation in the arts (in particular visual and performing arts) by providing and managing a theatre and associated facilities in Stratford upon Avon and in the surrounding area for the public benefit.
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Bear Pit Theatre Limited
Answers Bear Pit Theatre Limited gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission for the year ending 31 March 2026, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?
The register records Bear Pit Theatre Limited as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration. Work out your Gift Aid
Bear Pit Theatre Limited's annual return for the year ending 31 March 2026 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; Elderly/old People; Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies; Other Defined Groups.
Reported activities: Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space; Provides Services; Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body.
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What causes is Bear Pit Theatre Limited registered for?
Arts/culture/heritage/science
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The register data used for this profile lists Bear Pit Theatre Limited as a registered charity (number 1156259) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Bear Pit Theatre Limited's charity number?
Bear Pit Theatre Limited's charity number is 1156259. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does Bear Pit Theatre Limited do?
To advance public education in the arts and promote knowledge, understanding and appreciation in the arts (in particular visual and performing arts) by providing and managing a theatre and associated facilities in Stratford upon Avon and in the surrounding area for the public benefit.
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How can I donate to Bear Pit Theatre Limited?
Bear Pit Theatre Limited's website listed in our register data is http://www.thebearpit.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Bear Pit Theatre Limited?
The register records Bear Pit Theatre Limited as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration.
Are Bear Pit Theatre Limited's trustees paid?
Bear Pit Theatre Limited's annual return for the year ending 31 March 2026 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
What was Bear Pit Theatre Limited previously called?
The register lists these previous names for Bear Pit Theatre Limited: Bear Pit Enterprises Limited; Bearpit Theatre Limited.
When was Bear Pit Theatre Limited registered as a charity?
Bear Pit Theatre Limited was entered on the register on 19 March 2014. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 07889440).