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Cantus Firmus Trust

Cantus Firmus Trust provides support and training in the use of creative arts (music, dance, drama) for use in Christian worship and ministry, and presents themed events containing some or all of these elements. The expanding Cantus Firmus choir supports events and activities in North Essex and Suffolk.

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Activities & Mission

Cantus Firmus Trust provides support and training in the use of creative arts (music, dance, drama) for use in Christian worship and ministry, and presents themed events containing some or all of these elements. The expanding Cantus Firmus choir supports events and activities in North Essex and Suffolk.

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
£10,117
Latest Expenditure
£8,776

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 86.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 86.7%
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
£10,117
£8,7760 / 18
2024
£9,449
£9,4940 / 17
2023
£9,968
£12,5260 / 11
2022
£5,926
£5,3250 / 10
2021
£13,934
£1,6390 / 10

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Frequently asked questions about Cantus Firmus Trust

What does Cantus Firmus Trust do?

Cantus Firmus Trust provides support and training in the use of creative arts (music, dance, drama) for use in Christian worship and ministry, and presents themed events containing some or all of these elements. The expanding Cantus Firmus choir supports events and activities in North Essex and Suffolk.

How much income did Cantus Firmus Trust report in 2025?

Cantus Firmus Trust reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Cantus Firmus Trust registered as a charity?

Cantus Firmus Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 December 2020 as charity number 1192862. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Cantus Firmus Trust?

Cantus Firmus Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Freestone. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Cantus Firmus Trust operate?

Cantus Firmus Trust operates across 2 areas: Essex and Suffolk.

Is Cantus Firmus Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Cantus Firmus Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1192862.

Details

Address
49 Marlborough Road
IPSWICH
IP4 5AX
Registration Date
18 December 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5163324
Charity Number
1192862

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Trustees

David Freestone Chair
Andrew James Gosden
ANDREW PHILIP CHARLES DAVIES
Deborah Ruth Cook
Dr David John Gunton
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr OWEN ANTHONY THURTLE
Also governs 1 other charity
Geoffrey John Weaver
HOWARD ROY GARDNER
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