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Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra

The Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra Charity has as its main object the advancement of the art ofsymphonic music making for the public benefit in particular by bringing this music and the art formto audiences in Cheltenham and to towns and villages within Gloucestershire and bordering countiesand beyond.

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Activities & Mission

The Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra Charity has as its main object the advancement of the art ofsymphonic music making for the public benefit in particular by bringing this music and the art formto audiences in Cheltenham and to towns and villages within Gloucestershire and bordering countiesand beyond.

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
£27,348
Latest Expenditure
£27,750

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 101.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 101.5%
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 2024.

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 this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2017 — Friends of the Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra (organisation 268654)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£27,348
£27,7500 / 100
2023
£28,165
£30,5760 / 100
2022
£20,021
£18,2410 / 70
2021
£7,214
£3,0860 / 4
2020
£23,306
£15,9280 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra

What does Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra do?

The Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra Charity has as its main object the advancement of the art ofsymphonic music making for the public benefit in particular by bringing this music and the art formto audiences in Cheltenham and to towns and villages within Gloucestershire and bordering countiesand beyond.

How much income did Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra report in 2024?

Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra reported total income of £27k and reported expenditure of £28k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra registered as a charity?

Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 January 2016 as charity number 1165359. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra?

Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANDREW DAVID BANKS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra operate?

Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra operates across 2 areas: Gloucestershire and Worcestershire.

Is Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra a registered charity?

Yes — Cheltenham Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165359.

Details

Address
9 Mildreds Farm
Preston
CIRENCESTER
Gloucestershire
GL7 5PR
Registration Date
29 January 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5065858
Charity Number
1165359

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Trustees

ANDREW DAVID BANKS Chair
BEN LEWIS
CATHERINE BILLINGTON
DAVID TODD
Dr Adam Kenneth Howard Usher
Janet Brenda McKechnie
STUART MICHAEL ST JOHN
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TESSA PEMBERTON

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