Meanwhile, the live entertainment sector is also thriving. The sector enjoyed record revenue of £17 billion last year, and growth is predicted to continue. The sector encompasses a wide array of activities, including music festivals, cinema, sports events and art shows. The UK's tourism sector also continues to grow, and as a result now accounts for 4% of the total UK economy, having achieved record revenues of £66 billion during 2016.

At Global Database we've used our company data from the arts, entertainment and recreation sectors to put together a list of the top performers. Take a look at the results below to see who is currently bringing in the largest sums of cash.