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Bradford Festival Choral Society

Also known as: Bfcs

Choral singing; education in choral singing/vocal training; public performances

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Activities & Mission

Choral singing; education in choral singing/vocal training; public performances

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
£93,475
Latest Expenditure
£90,460

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 96.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 96.8%
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 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows these related events on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2025 — Morley Music Society (organisation 3986777)
  • Asset transfer in in 2012 — The Bradford Festival Choral Society (organisation 258156)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£93,475
£90,4600 / 35
2024
£74,770
£65,5350 / 20
2023
£34,179
£39,8290 / 30
2022
£54,501
£57,3040 / 30
2021
£25,277
£32,9160 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Bradford Festival Choral Society

What does Bradford Festival Choral Society do?

Choral singing; education in choral singing/vocal training; public performances

How much income did Bradford Festival Choral Society report in 2025?

Bradford Festival Choral Society reported total income of £93k and reported expenditure of £90k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bradford Festival Choral Society registered as a charity?

Bradford Festival Choral Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 April 2011 as charity number 1141596. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs Bradford Festival Choral Society?

Bradford Festival Choral Society is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Elaine Carol Schack. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Bradford Festival Choral Society operate?

Bradford Festival Choral Society operates in Bradford City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Bradford Festival Choral Society a registered charity?

Yes — Bradford Festival Choral Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1141596.

Details

Address
78 Sapgate Lane
Thornton
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD13 3DY
Registration Date
26 April 2011
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5016543
Charity Number
1141596

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Trustees

Elaine Carol Schack Chair
Colin Richard Penfold
Dr Christopher John Healey
Dr Linda Wilson
Dr Susan Ruth Whittle
Elizabeth Kingsley
James Roger Kuenssberg Kingsley
JOHN PATRICK DISKEN
Kate Emily Limbert
MARK CLAYTON
Sara Jane Daniel
Sue Hayton
Susan Elizabeth Holmes
Susan Margaret Bennett

Also Known As

  • Bfcs

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