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Croydon Symphony Orchestra

The Society is established to provide a symphony orchestra of amateur musicians to promote the advancement and improvement of the general public taste in instrumental music and to engage in the promotion and presentation of musical concerts of educational value and to encourage the study and practice of music by means of grants and prizes.

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Activities & Mission

The Society is established to provide a symphony orchestra of amateur musicians to promote the advancement and improvement of the general public taste in instrumental music and to engage in the promotion and presentation of musical concerts of educational value and to encourage the study and practice of music by means of grants and prizes.

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
£32,540
Latest Expenditure
£33,292

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 102.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 102.3%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£32,540
£33,2920 / 35
2023
£29,057
£29,4870 / 60

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Croydon Symphony Orchestra

What does Croydon Symphony Orchestra do?

The Society is established to provide a symphony orchestra of amateur musicians to promote the advancement and improvement of the general public taste in instrumental music and to engage in the promotion and presentation of musical concerts of educational value and to encourage the study and practice of music by means of grants and prizes.

How much income did Croydon Symphony Orchestra report in 2024?

Croydon Symphony Orchestra reported total income of £33k and reported expenditure of £33k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Croydon Symphony Orchestra registered as a charity?

Croydon Symphony Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 September 1964 as charity number 236965. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs Croydon Symphony Orchestra?

Croydon Symphony Orchestra is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAUL ROWLANDS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Croydon Symphony Orchestra operate?

Croydon Symphony Orchestra operates in Croydon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Croydon Symphony Orchestra a registered charity?

Yes — Croydon Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 236965.

Details

Address
26 COLLEGE STREET
PETERSFIELD
GU31 4AD
Registration Date
15 September 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
236965
Charity Number
236965

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Trustees

PAUL ROWLANDS Chair
Chris Pontin
HILARY MARTIN
LINDA PENN
PHILIP MYERS
Philip Myers
Also governs 1 other charity
SHARON SIMONS

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