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City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra

Also known as: Rochester Arts Orchestra

A local orchestra for local players and audience membersEncourage people in the South East to play live orchestral musicEncourage people in South East to take full advantage of the opportunity to hear live orchestral music, played to a high standard Provide cultural activity that strives for excellence and develops confidence and pride for players, the audience and the South East region.

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Activities & Mission

A local orchestra for local players and audience membersEncourage people in the South East to play live orchestral musicEncourage people in South East to take full advantage of the opportunity to hear live orchestral music, played to a high standard Provide cultural activity that strives for excellence and develops confidence and pride for players, the audience and the South East region.

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

Financial Information

Latest Income
£23,459
Latest Expenditure
£28,360

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 120.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 120.9%
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
£23,459
£28,3600 / 45
2024
£23,165
£31,5440 / 8
2023
£31,357
£26,2270 / 3
2022
£18,608
£22,9640 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra

What does City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra do?

A local orchestra for local players and audience membersEncourage people in the South East to play live orchestral musicEncourage people in South East to take full advantage of the opportunity to hear live orchestral music, played to a high standard Provide cultural activity that strives for excellence and develops confidence and pride for players, the audience and the South East region.

How much income did City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra report in 2025?

City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra reported total income of £23k and reported expenditure of £28k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra registered as a charity?

City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 November 1972 as charity number 264844. It has been registered for 54 years.

Who runs City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra?

City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra operate?

City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra operates across 2 areas: Kent and Medway.

Is City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra a registered charity?

Yes — City Of Rochester Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 264844.

Details

Address
2 DE MERE CLOSE
GILLINGHAM
ME8 9JY
Registration Date
20 November 1972
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
264844
Charity Number
264844

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Trustees

Garry Michael Bowman
John Bramwell Jackson
Rev David Quirke-Thornton
Also governs 1 other charity
Stephen Garner

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Rochester Arts Orchestra

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