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Benson Choral Society

Public performance of major choral works.

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Activities & Mission

Public performance of major choral works.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£46,570
Latest Expenditure
£42,370

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 91.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 91.0%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£46,570
£42,3700 / 0
2024
£40,834
£40,9170 / 0
2023
£39,575
£34,8550 / 10
2022
£20,420
£29,2230 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Benson Choral Society

What does Benson Choral Society do?

Public performance of major choral works.

How much income did Benson Choral Society report in 2025?

Benson Choral Society reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £42k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Benson Choral Society registered as a charity?

Benson Choral Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 February 1991 as charity number 1001958. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs Benson Choral Society?

Benson Choral Society is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Helen McClure. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Benson Choral Society operate?

Benson Choral Society operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Benson Choral Society a registered charity?

Yes — Benson Choral Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1001958.

Details

Address
WITTAS HAM COTTAGE
HIGH STREET
LONG WITTENHAM
ABINGDON
OX14 4QH
Registration Date
19 February 1991
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1001958
Charity Number
1001958

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Trustees

Helen McClure Chair
Beatrice Earland
Celia Barnshaw
Also governs 1 other charity
Claire Speirs
Enid Stevens
Gillian Nahum
Martin Mellor
Michael Lewers

Sectors & Classifications

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