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Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra

The orchestra comprises mainly amateur players who play to a very high standard. It currently performs three concerts a year in the Anvil Concert Hall, Basingstoke. The concert programmes include mostly popular classical music.

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Activities & Mission

The orchestra comprises mainly amateur players who play to a very high standard. It currently performs three concerts a year in the Anvil Concert Hall, Basingstoke. The concert programmes include mostly popular classical music.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£36,008
Latest Expenditure
£40,600

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 112.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 112.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£36,008
£40,6000 / 20
2023
£51,687
£38,7590 / 20
2022
£31,492
£32,4940 / 20
2020
£19,599
£11,9090 / 20

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Frequently asked questions about Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra

What does Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra do?

The orchestra comprises mainly amateur players who play to a very high standard. It currently performs three concerts a year in the Anvil Concert Hall, Basingstoke. The concert programmes include mostly popular classical music.

How much income did Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra report in 2024?

Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra reported total income of £36k and reported expenditure of £41k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra registered as a charity?

Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 October 1972 as charity number 264670. It has been registered for 54 years.

Who runs Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra?

Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ann Henshaw. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra operate?

Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra operates across 8 areas, including Bracknell Forest, Hampshire, Reading and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra a registered charity?

Yes — Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 264670.

Details

Address
23 MERCER CLOSE
BASINGSTOKE
RG22 6NZ
Registration Date
18 October 1972
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
264670
Charity Number
264670

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Trustees

Ann Henshaw Chair
CLIVE EVANS
David Parkston Simmonds
Also governs 1 other charity
Grace Elizabeth Timms
LALAGE ANNE COCHRANE
Timothy James Martin
TOM LEE

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