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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
76/100 · methodology

About The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences

To maintain the Royal Albert Hall, a Grade I listed building of historical and cultural significance and, through its use, to promote the understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of the Arts and Sciences.

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Size
major

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Arts & Culture
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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in United Kingdom
Program spending This charity: 98%
Peer average: 93%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 76
Peer average: 89

Red flags

· All clear
Charity Commission removal
Open investigations
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Excessive exec comp

Where every £1 goes

£0.98
Program expenses£0.98 (£46.0 million)
98% to programs beats the peer average (93%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

Common questions

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The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences is a registered arts & culture nonprofit, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 1967 and has been operating for 59 years. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. This is below the average of 89/100 for arts & culture charities in United Kingdom. The organization reports £61M in annual revenue. 23 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected. The charity has 98 community reviews with an average rating of 3.0/5. On Trustpilot, it has a rating of 3.2/5 based on 101 reviews.

The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 76 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 98% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in United Kingdom is 89/100.

The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences is registered in United Kingdom. The organization was established in 1967 and has been active for 59 years.

Based on official tax filings, The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences has £61M in annual revenue. It allocates 98% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 93% for arts & culture charities in United Kingdom. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of £669K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences is classified as a Arts & Culture organization, registered in United Kingdom. By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has £61M in annual revenue. The organization has 23 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the Charity Commission. 98% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 93%. The organization has a moderate Trustpilot rating of 3.2/5. Visit the The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

To maintain the Royal Albert Hall, a Grade I listed building of historical and cultural significance and, through its use, to promote the understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of the Arts and Sciences. The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences is classified as a arts & culture organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 1967.

Among arts & culture charities registered in United Kingdom: The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 is below the peer average of 89/100. It allocates 98% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 93%. Its annual revenue of £61M is well above the peer average of £669K.

The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences is a registered charity in the United Kingdom. If you are a UK taxpayer, your donation may qualify for Gift Aid, which allows the charity to claim an extra 25p for every 1 pound you donate at no cost to you. Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim additional relief on their Self Assessment tax return.

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Annual revenue
£10M-£100M
98% to programs
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Filing history

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Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Tax-deductibility for donors

UK donations qualify for Gift Aid. THE CORPORATION OF THE HALL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES is registered with the Charity Commission. Eligible UK taxpayers can boost their gift by 25% at no extra cost.

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Leadership

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Dr Alexandra Burch
Trustee

Officers & trustees (23)

Source: Public filings

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Activity timeline

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Form filed
£60.5M revenue
FY2024
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Form filed
£54.4M revenue
FY2023
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Form filed
£43.3M revenue
FY2022
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Form filed
£24.4M revenue
FY2021
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£16.0M revenue
FY2020
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Donor reviews (98)

3.0 / 5 average · includes imported Trustpilot

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★★ Appalling staff behaviour!

Appalling staff behaviour!I would have given this a 4 star or even a 5 if not for the uncalled for and unbecoming customer service from Sam !We had a great night - last night Sun,25/11/18 and the end of the Classical Spectacular was the cherry on the cake for a friend's birthday. However at around 10:30 we tried to exit through the doors on the left after we realised we had exited on the right by error(main front entrance) ,Sam came up to us stood right in front of us with her arms stretched out and said that we could not be readmitted? I politely said to her the show was over and we are simply trying to exit so we can walk to the piccadilly line underground station which we believe is to the left. We said to her we had just attended the show and even then there was no other show to be held-this was the last show for the day and for the tour. She adamantly refused. She made us feel like we shouldn't be there and very embarrassed by the whole encounter with her. At that point most people were on the outside waiting for their coaches or taxis . At least she would have had the courtesy to ask where and what station we wanted and probably advice on how and the quickest way to get there. However she was more insistent on us not being able to go through or anywhere in the building for that matter. At this point I asked what her name was and informed her I would be making a complaint and write a review regarding her behaviour.Surely courtesy & good customer service would not be too much to ask from the staff of the Prestigious Royal Albert Hall ?

Rona Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
★★★★★ Amazing

Amazing. went to see a Hollywood Christmas's the seats where unbelievable and a great night was had. The mulled wine was amazing according to my better half.

Andrew Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
★★★★ Very good venue

Very good venue. Can be very busy like anywhere else. The only thing I would complain is possibility to get some snack or drink during the shows. It is impossible as too busy and too expensive.

Denny Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
★★★★★ A unique experience and friendly staff.

A unique experience and friendly staff.

Gregory Browne Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
★★★★★ We attended for a show and were blown…

We attended for a show and were blown away. What a building, what an atmosphere.

Sally Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
★★★★★ The classical spectacular

The classical spectacular was amazing, just like the last night of the proms. All the very British music, flag waving and cannon fire.A joyful experience which was clearly enjoyed by all.

Haryestoo Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
★★★★ Good Show

Christmas show excellent The meal before excellent however we arrived early our table was booked for 5.30 so we were asked to wait in the cafe. A cup of coffee serve in a waxed throw away cup was lukewarm the cafe started to fill up so we decided to use the toilets and slowly make our way to the Elgar restaurant. Again we were told to wait I asked if I could use the toilet but I wasn’t allowed to and I had to wait just as well I wasn’t desperate. It wasn’t till we kicked up a fuss that we were finally allowed to use the facilities. I did complain I objected to be treated like a naughty child. I will think twice about returning but will use a restaurant off site where you are treated like a respected customer

Alyson French Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
★★★ 1 rude staff member spoilt a great day

Great venue, fantastic show (Cirque du Soleil) but one really rude difficult member of staff spoilt this wonderful day. There were 5 of us, 3 adults and 2 young children. My daughter was carrying the youngest aged 3 who was fast asleep in her arms: as she went to enter this woman refused to let her step over the threshold without seeing her tickets, she politely explained they were in her bag and if she could get out of the doorway there would be room to juggle child and get tickets out. We were the only visitors at door 4 so there was no pressure on her at all but she was as difficult and inconsiderate as possible, as there was no give from her we had to push in and then get tickets out. Other staff looked on embarrassed but not intervening.Ate at the RAH after show all other staff helpful and friendly.

Patricia Staff Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
★★★★★ Gary Strong Excellent service and amazing shows

Attend several events so far this year. Amazing shows and service. Great evenings especially entertaining clients.Thank you Gary Strong

Gary Strong Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
★★★★★ Christmas Booking being taken - Thanks

Christmas Booking being taken - well done Albert Hall. A little glimmer of hope on the horizon, booked tickets for the family, can’t wait for a little bit of normality back in our lives. Christmas wouldn’t be the same if it didn’t start at the Hall.

Birdseyeview Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot

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Peer charities

Other arts & culture in United Kingdom, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and … This page 76 £60.5 million 98%
Inspira (01) 89 £5.7 million 100%
Burnley Leisure and Culture 89 £7.9 million 90%
Walsall Housing Group Limited 89 £155.4 million 87%
The Manchester Young People'S Theatre Limited 89 £1.6 million 91%
Pavilion Dance South West Limited 89 £1.1 million 89%
The Connection at St Martin-In-The-Fields 89 £6.4 million 88%
The Bedford and District Citizens Advice Bureau 89 £656,480 100%
Middle Child Theatre Limited 89 £630,794 100%

Sources and verification

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Registration and legal identity
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities
Financial filings
Charity Commission annual returns - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities - 23 disclosed in the public registry.
Donor reviews (external)
Trustpilot consumer reviews
Community reviews (verified email)
GiveRadar Community Reviews - 98 verified review(s) on file.

Data freshness

Last updated
Mar 22, 2026
Profile completeness
75%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Executive compensation
Top-officer pay not disclosed
Mission statement
No self-published statement of purpose
Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Headquarters address
No street address on file
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

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Quick facts about The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences

What is The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences?
The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences is a arts & culture nonprofit organization, United Kingdom. To maintain the Royal Albert Hall, a Grade I listed building of historical and cultural significance and, through its use, to promote the understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of the Arts and Sciences.
When was The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences founded?
The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences was founded in 1967.
Where is The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences located?
Headquartered in United Kingdom.
What is The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately £10M-£100M. 98% of expenses go to program services.
Is The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences trustworthy?
The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences's website?
https://www.royalalberthall.com
Are donations to The Corporation of the Hall of Arts and Sciences tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.