Britten Sinfonia LTD
Also known as: Cambridge Symphony Orchestra Limited, East Anglian Orchestral Association Limited
Britten Sinfonia is an orchestra.The objectives of the charity are:To be the international benchmark for the chamber orchestra.To inspire people with fresh and exciting performances of great music from Albinoni to Zappa.To appeal to diverse cultural groups, both through the work it presents and the way it is presented.To promote the appreciation of music.
Activities & Mission
Britten Sinfonia is an orchestra.The objectives of the charity are:To be the international benchmark for the chamber orchestra.To inspire people with fresh and exciting performances of great music from Albinoni to Zappa.To appeal to diverse cultural groups, both through the work it presents and the way it is presented.To promote the appreciation of music.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 73% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 304). How is this calculated?
Higher than 36% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £1,632,562 | £1,853,262 | £1,647,739 | £472,927 | £346,646 | 13 / 10 |
| 2025 | £2,157,543 | £2,177,378 | £1,999,753 | £693,627 | £567,970 | 12 / 10 |
| 2024 | £1,844,470 | £1,730,455 | £1,536,067 | £713,462 | £704,562 | 11 / 10 |
| 2023 | £1,728,933 | £1,518,788 | £1,334,681 | £599,447 | £599,447 | 12 / 4 |
| 2022 | £1,181,369 | £1,243,371 | £1,054,056 | £389,302 | £383,702 | 12 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about Britten Sinfonia LTD
What does Britten Sinfonia LTD do?
Britten Sinfonia is an orchestra.The objectives of the charity are:To be the international benchmark for the chamber orchestra.To inspire people with fresh and exciting performances of great music from Albinoni to Zappa.To appeal to diverse cultural groups, both through the work it presents and the way it is presented.To promote the appreciation of music.
How much income did Britten Sinfonia LTD report in 2026?
Britten Sinfonia LTD reported total income of £1.63m and reported expenditure of £1.85m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Britten Sinfonia LTD?
Britten Sinfonia LTD has a program ratio of 100.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 73% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 304 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Britten Sinfonia LTD registered as a charity?
Britten Sinfonia LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 May 1985 as charity number 291245. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs Britten Sinfonia LTD?
Britten Sinfonia LTD is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrew George Philip Tusa. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Britten Sinfonia LTD operate?
Britten Sinfonia LTD operates across 3 areas: Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and London.
Is Britten Sinfonia LTD a registered charity?
Yes — Britten Sinfonia LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 291245.
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Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Cambridge Symphony Orchestra Limited
- East Anglian Orchestral Association Limited
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated