City Of London Sinfonia Limited
The principal object of the charity is:to promote, maintain, improve and advance the education of the public in all aspects of the arts including music, drama, mime and dance; to contribute to the development of public appreciation of art through the presentation of public performances;to further the social and cultural welfare of communities of various London boroughs and UK communities.
Activities & Mission
The principal object of the charity is:to promote, maintain, improve and advance the education of the public in all aspects of the arts including music, drama, mime and dance; to contribute to the development of public appreciation of art through the presentation of public performances;to further the social and cultural welfare of communities of various London boroughs and UK communities.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 88% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 339). How is this calculated?
Higher than 68% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 58% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,228,221 | £1,346,383 | £1,315,865 | £303,583 | £303,583 | 9 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,199,059 | £1,103,044 | £1,035,565 | £326,742 | £326,742 | 9 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,125,374 | £1,154,630 | £1,051,471 | £66,656 | £43,209 | 10 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,008,122 | £1,156,711 | £1,039,099 | £21,117 | £8,099 | 10 / 0 |
| 2021 | £713,359 | £678,918 | £566,962 | £89,996 | £30,477 | 9 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about City Of London Sinfonia Limited
What does City Of London Sinfonia Limited do?
The principal object of the charity is:to promote, maintain, improve and advance the education of the public in all aspects of the arts including music, drama, mime and dance; to contribute to the development of public appreciation of art through the presentation of public performances;to further the social and cultural welfare of communities of various London boroughs and UK communities.
How much income did City Of London Sinfonia Limited report in 2025?
City Of London Sinfonia Limited reported total income of £1.23m and reported expenditure of £1.35m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is City Of London Sinfonia Limited?
City Of London Sinfonia Limited has a program ratio of 107.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 88% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 339 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was City Of London Sinfonia Limited registered as a charity?
City Of London Sinfonia Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 April 1983 as charity number 286818. It has been registered for 43 years.
Who runs City Of London Sinfonia Limited?
City Of London Sinfonia Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOHN SINGER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does City Of London Sinfonia Limited operate?
City Of London Sinfonia Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is City Of London Sinfonia Limited a registered charity?
Yes — City Of London Sinfonia Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 286818.
Details
Radisson Court
219 Long Lane
London
SE1 4PB
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- 30 July 2026
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