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British Police Symphony Orchestra

Also known as: Police National Orchestra and Charitable Association, Bpso

The Orchestra made up of police officers, police staff and other members of the extended police family each year performs at different venues around the country raising money for a number of different charities. A mini tour of India took place in February 2008. Charity Concerts included Warwick Arts Centre for Fighting Blindness and the annual Proms Concert at Symphony Hall in December.

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Activities & Mission

The Orchestra made up of police officers, police staff and other members of the extended police family each year performs at different venues around the country raising money for a number of different charities. A mini tour of India took place in February 2008. Charity Concerts included Warwick Arts Centre for Fighting Blindness and the annual Proms Concert at Symphony Hall in December.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£64,993
Latest Expenditure
£80,432

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 123.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 123.8%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£64,993
£80,4320 / 80
2024
£67,845
£72,6740 / 70
2023
£76,804
£77,3020 / 70
2022
£69,674
£69,7350 / 70
2021
£21,394
£11,2050 / 70

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about British Police Symphony Orchestra

What does British Police Symphony Orchestra do?

The Orchestra made up of police officers, police staff and other members of the extended police family each year performs at different venues around the country raising money for a number of different charities. A mini tour of India took place in February 2008. Charity Concerts included Warwick Arts Centre for Fighting Blindness and the annual Proms Concert at Symphony Hall in December.

How much income did British Police Symphony Orchestra report in 2025?

British Police Symphony Orchestra reported total income of £65k and reported expenditure of £80k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British Police Symphony Orchestra registered as a charity?

British Police Symphony Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 July 1991 as charity number 1003562. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs British Police Symphony Orchestra?

British Police Symphony Orchestra is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Craig Lewis Guildford. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British Police Symphony Orchestra operate?

British Police Symphony Orchestra operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is British Police Symphony Orchestra a registered charity?

Yes — British Police Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1003562.

Details

Address
BPSO
PO Box 306
NANTWICH
CW5 9EN
Registration Date
26 July 1991
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1003562
Charity Number
1003562

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Trustees

Craig Lewis Guildford Chair
Carol Brown
Claire Victoria Burnell
Also governs 1 other charity
Damazer Damazer JP DL
Kay Mellor
Also governs 1 other charity
Louise Marion Stretch
Matthew Boyle
Matthew Welsted
MR JOHN MORGAN
Nikolas Adams
PAUL WEST
Also governs 2 other charities
Rosemary Chandler
Stephanie Jill Owen
Also governs 1 other charity

Also Known As

  • Police National Orchestra and Charitable Association
  • Bpso

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