Carlisle Music Society

Also known as: North Cumbria Recitals

Carlisle Music Society organises and promotes six classical chamber music concerts per annum (Winter season). These concerts are given in St Cuthbert's Church, Carlisle.

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Activities & Mission

Carlisle Music Society organises and promotes six classical chamber music concerts per annum (Winter season). These concerts are given in St Cuthbert's Church, Carlisle.

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

Cumbria

Financial Information

Latest Income

£11,328

Latest Expenditure

£8,476

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 74.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 74.8%

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.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£11,328	£8,476	0 / 6
2024	£11,285	£7,016	0 / 6
2023	£11,005	£7,293	0 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Carlisle Music Society

What does Carlisle Music Society do?

Carlisle Music Society organises and promotes six classical chamber music concerts per annum (Winter season). These concerts are given in St Cuthbert's Church, Carlisle.

How much income did Carlisle Music Society report in 2025?

Carlisle Music Society reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £8k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Carlisle Music Society registered as a charity?

Carlisle Music Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 July 1994 as charity number 1039660. It has been registered for 32 years.

Who runs Carlisle Music Society?

Carlisle Music Society is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Hancock. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Carlisle Music Society operate?

Carlisle Music Society operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Carlisle Music Society a registered charity?

Yes — Carlisle Music Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1039660.