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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
86/100 · methodology

About The Roundhouse Trust

Providing an environment and facilities where young people can further their creative aspirations; developing a broad and mixed artisitc programme to be presented in The Roundhouse; looking after and keeping alive a Grade II* listed building; and operating an economical, sustainable and well-managed organisation.

Founded
Headquarters
London
Foundation type
Charitable Company
Size
large

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

Fundraising Regulator since 2026

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar environment in United Kingdom
Program spending This charity: 76%
Peer average: 89%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 86
Peer average: 86

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for Charity Commission removal, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every £1 goes

· FY2025 · Charity Commission (UK) (FY2025)
£0.76
£0.24
Program£0.76
Fundraising£0.24
76% to programs beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

From what GiveRadar has verified so far, The Roundhouse Trust has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the Charity Commission.

  • GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the Charity Commission - more than 97% of similar organizations. See the sources
  • By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 98% of the 4,803 environment charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
  • Its integrity score of 86 places it in the top 1% of the 5,679 environment charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • third-party accreditation
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

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Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

The Roundhouse Trust is a registered environment nonprofit based in London, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 1998 and has been operating for 28 years. Its registration number is 1071487. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds registration with the UK Fundraising Regulator, which means it has committed to the Code of Fundraising Practice and accountable fundraising standards. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 86/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £17M in annual revenue. 17 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected. The charity has 39 community reviews with an average rating of 1.6/5. On Trustpilot, it has a rating of 2.1/5 based on 39 reviews.

The Roundhouse Trust's registered charity number is 1071487. You can use it to look up the organization on the Charity Commission register.

The Roundhouse Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 86/100. 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 86 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 76% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for environment charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.

The Roundhouse Trust is located in London, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 1998 and has been active for 28 years.

Based on official tax filings, The Roundhouse Trust has £17M in annual revenue. It allocates 76% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 89% for environment charities in United Kingdom. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of £1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

The Roundhouse Trust is classified as an Environment organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a Charitable Company. By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has £17M in annual revenue. The organization has 17 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for The Roundhouse Trust. 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.

According to GiveRadar's records, The Roundhouse Trust holds registration with the UK Fundraising Regulator, which means it has committed to the Code of Fundraising Practice and accountable fundraising standards. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It reports that 76% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 89%). Note: the organization has a low Trustpilot rating of 2.1/5, which may reflect donor dissatisfaction. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

Providing an environment and facilities where young people can further their creative aspirations; developing a broad and mixed artisitc programme to be presented in The Roundhouse; looking after and keeping alive a Grade II* listed building; and operating an economical, sustainable and well-managed organisation. The Roundhouse Trust is classified as an environment organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 1998.

Among environment charities registered in United Kingdom: It allocates 76% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 89%. Its annual revenue of £17M is well above the peer average of £1M.

The Roundhouse Trust is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability. Its Charity Commission registration number is 1071487.

You can verify The Roundhouse Trust in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Because this is a charitable company, you can also check its filings on Companies House (https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/). Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.

You can donate to The Roundhouse Trust directly through its donation page (https://www.roundhouse.org.uk/support-us/). UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.

Yes, The Roundhouse Trust is registered with the Fundraising Regulator (FR), the independent regulator of charitable fundraising in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Registration means the charity has committed to following the Code of Fundraising Practice and the Fundraising Promise, which set standards for honest, respectful, and transparent fundraising. Donors can complain to the FR if they believe a charity has breached the Code.

Donations to The Roundhouse Trust are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.

The Roundhouse Trust is based in London. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.

The Roundhouse Trust was first registered in 1998, making it approximately 28 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.

Annual revenue
£10M-£100M
76% to programs
Source: Charity Commission (UK) (FY2025) why this matters
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Filing history

5 years on file from Charity Commission (UK) (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2025, FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

UK donations qualify for Gift Aid. THE ROUNDHOUSE TRUST is registered with the Charity Commission. Eligible UK taxpayers can boost their gift by 25% at no extra cost.

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Leadership

From FY2025 filing

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Antonia K•••••••
Trustee

Officers & trustees (17)

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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Roundhouse and ELVIS Launch Strategic Partnership - Little Black Book | LBBOnline
Mar 2026
lbbonline.com
Form filed
£16.6M revenue
FY2025
Charity Commission (UK)
ROUNDHOUSE AND UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP UK ANNOUNCE FLAGSHIP PARTERNSHIP TO CHAMPION YOUNG CREATIVES AND EXPAND ACCESS TO T
Nov 2025
www.universalmusic.com
Chilly’s and Roundhouse Support Young Artists Through Residency - Smiley Movement
Jul 2025
smileymovement.org
Obituary: Torquil Norman, Camden Roundhouse Trust - The Stage
Apr 2025
www.thestage.co.uk
Sir Torquil Norman obituary: Businessman who rescued the Roundhouse - The Times
Mar 2025
www.thetimes.com
Sir Torquil Norman, aviator, toy inventor, and philanthropist who revived Camden’s Roundhouse – obituary - The Telegraph
Mar 2025
www.telegraph.co.uk
Form filed
£15.3M revenue
FY2024
Charity Commission (UK)
Form filed
£14.5M revenue
FY2023
Charity Commission (UK)
Case study: Roundhouse Works by Paddy Dillon, Reed Watts Architects and Allies and Morrison - The Architects’ Journal
Aug 2023
www.architectsjournal.co.uk
Roundhouse unveils Roundhouse Works - home to the next generation of creative talent - Taylor Wessing
May 2023
www.taylorwessing.com
Caspar Norman, co-founder of Roundhouse Trust, has launched the invenue Network - Event Industry News
Feb 2023
www.eventindustrynews.com
Form filed
£14.5M revenue
FY2022
Charity Commission (UK)
Form filed
£8.1M revenue
FY2021
Charity Commission (UK)
Roundhouse Gala: Edith Bowman leads the glamour at star studded - London Evening Standard
Mar 2015
www.standard.co.uk

Donor reviews (39)

1.6 / 5 average · includes imported Trustpilot

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Be careful of ID requirement when buying tickets!

I’m a doctor working shifts and I didn’t realise the ID requirement when I bought the tickets, regrettably I had to work so that meant myself and my party I couldn’t attend the show, I usually look out for this when I buy tickets but didn’t see it this time, only realised when the tickets arrived. I have just looked at booking process and I see if you book on your phone (which I did) you probably won’t see the T&Cs as you have to scroll down 3 pages to get to that bit. Roundhouse - please make any important T&Cs clear in the booking process so others don’t get caught out like I did!

ken ken Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
★★★★ I visited here a wile back and had a …

I visited here a wile back and had a really good evening.

Jacob Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
I ordered tickets 4 months in advance

I ordered tickets 4 months in advance, and they didn't turn up.I emailed 3 times and only received a reply on the 3rd email.I then called. The call was terminated.Then I finally get to speak to a woman with a US accent who keeps talking over me while I'm trying to explain. Very ignorant attitude.They claim to have sent the tickets out, but they haven't.Would assume the reason they have guidance on their ticket site about calling them if you haven't received tickets 7 days before the gig, is because this has happened so many times before.I asked for them to be re-sent to me. They won't do it.I asked if I can pick up at Box Office tomorrow. No, not until 2 hours before the gig.I ask for a refund. No. they don't do refunds.I paid 'fees' on this ticket and now I have to go to the Box Office on the night after 5.30pm. I don't finish work until 6pm, so I have to try and make time to pick up tickets I ordered 4 months in advance because of their general levels of shabbiness.Unbelievably amateurish.

Kieran McGhee Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
★★★ Warning: obstructed views!

The upper floor is rather detached and, worst of all, there is a row of columns between you and the stage so if you're unlucky there might well be a column or 2 blocking your view of part of the stage. THERE SHOULD BE A WARNING when you buy your ticket that your seat has an obstructed view. The staff were lovely and when I complained, they gave me a different seat - but that was obstructed too! Luckily, my event (the Specials) was not full and I was able to sit in another seat! The venue was nice enough but not as charming as I remember it in the 1970s.

Alan Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
Poor experience

Website crashed. Customer service link on website doesn't work and box office number has a recorded number saying it is closed. You really want to support the arts but sometimes its hard

Fraesr Silvey Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
Gig cancelled last minute, no support, no refund.

I was due to see Interpol on 14th of June, The gig was cancelled less than an hour before it took place. I didn't find out until I was at the venue. I travelled from Liverpool to see it, £100s wasted on accommodation and travel. The venue posted a 2 sentence explanation 9 days ago saying gig was cancelled due to illness. They have not given any updates or written to me since. Just dropped a bomb shell then ghosted it. They have also been ignoring me emails.I have not received a refund. The venue could have handled this better, 45 minutes notice is unacceptable.

Anthony Cannon Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
No support whatsoever

No support whatsoever. Plenty of resources to put into all its, no doubt, worthy causes but if you're just a mug who's funding the thing through buying tickets, don't expect any appropriate help. Very poor. And of course, they're one of these companies that hide their phone number. Just in case there's a risk that you'd get to speak to them and they'd have to sort things out.

Ben A Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
UTTERLY SHABOLIC! UTTERLY DISCRACEFUL!

UTTERLY SHABOLIC!They are Disorganised, their ticketing system doesn't work and when their systems fail, they are rude to and blaim their customers!I go to gigs for a little light relief and respite from my busy, stressful life. I Do Not Need the extra stress!!! Plus, as a Paying Customer, paying Their wages, I do Not expect to be treated like scum.In a word (or two)... Utterly Discraceful!

Gary Cooper Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
When their shows are cancelled and…

When their shows are cancelled and postponed, and you ask for a refund because you cannot make the new venue or date they refund the ticket but not your booking fee which is a substantial amount. On the other hand a venue like KOKO will not steal your booking fee. I am never booking a Roundhouse concert again. Especially because for some reason post-covid - artists seem to have gone “goblin mode” and cancel concerts at the drop of a hat. So I will stick to venues that give you a full refund.

Harry Thangaraj Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot
RANT OF THE DAY

RANT OF THE DAY Having purchased Sister Sledge tickets from The Roundhouse in Camden we are unable to travel due to the Rail strike today. The Roundhouse does not have a telephone number for their Box Office to speak with an actual person (Ridiculous)!! No Refund allowed or exchange for another event either; this information was sent via email. Most frustrating to lose the money on which has been spent on a treat to ourselves. ☹

J Bailey Donor · Mar 26, 2026 Trustpilot Trustpilot

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Cause areas in United Kingdom

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Education 87,646
Health 28,382
Religion 22,146
Arts & Culture 21,802
Community Development 10,738
Environment this charity 5,683
Social Services 4,899
Youth Development 4,637
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Most common causes in United Kingdom

Causes charities work on most.

Education 54,780
Arts & Culture 17,729
Disability 17,106
Religion 16,671
Health 15,045
Poverty 14,062
Community Development 11,486
Cultural Heritage 8,526

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities
Financial filings
Charity Commission annual returns - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities - 17 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Donor reviews (external)
Trustpilot consumer reviews
Community reviews (verified email)
GiveRadar Community Reviews - 39 verified review(s) on file.

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 17, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 17, 2026
Profile completeness
85%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 8
  • Financial data · FY2025 on record
  • Named leadership · 17 officers on file
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 1998
Not available · 3
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Mission statement
    No self-published statement of purpose
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about The Roundhouse Trust

What is The Roundhouse Trust?
The Roundhouse Trust is a environment charitable company based in London, United Kingdom. Providing an environment and facilities where young people can further their creative aspirations; developing a broad and mixed artisitc programme to be presented in The Roundhouse; looking after and keeping alive a Grade II* listed building; and operating an economical, sustainable and well-managed organisation.
When was The Roundhouse Trust founded?
The Roundhouse Trust was founded in 1998.
Where is The Roundhouse Trust located?
Headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
What is The Roundhouse Trust's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately £10M-£100M. 76% of expenses go to program services.
Is The Roundhouse Trust trustworthy?
The Roundhouse Trust has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 86 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 Roundhouse Trust's registration number?
Registration: 1071487 (United Kingdom).
What is The Roundhouse Trust's website?
https://www.roundhouse.org.uk
Are donations to The Roundhouse Trust 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.