Eso (2006) Limited
ESO is a professional orchestra. It performs in concerts, mainly around the Midlands, in ensembles from quartet to string orchestra to full symphony orchestra. ESO runs orchestra courses for players from grade 1 onwards and takes part in side-by-side projects with local county youth orchestras. ESO is conscious of its place in the community and works closely with local companies and charities.
Activities & Mission
ESO is a professional orchestra. It performs in concerts, mainly around the Midlands, in ensembles from quartet to string orchestra to full symphony orchestra. ESO runs orchestra courses for players from grade 1 onwards and takes part in side-by-side projects with local county youth orchestras. ESO is conscious of its place in the community and works closely with local companies and charities.
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 59% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 65% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £378,837 | £419,868 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £467,899 | £501,895 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £671,345 | £622,836 | £622,836 | £190,439 | £183,941 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £748,259 | £675,538 | £675,538 | £141,930 | £130,288 | 1 / 1 |
| 2021 | £407,895 | £452,949 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Eso (2006) Limited
What does Eso (2006) Limited do?
ESO is a professional orchestra. It performs in concerts, mainly around the Midlands, in ensembles from quartet to string orchestra to full symphony orchestra. ESO runs orchestra courses for players from grade 1 onwards and takes part in side-by-side projects with local county youth orchestras. ESO is conscious of its place in the community and works closely with local companies and charities.
How much income did Eso (2006) Limited report in 2025?
Eso (2006) Limited reported total income of £379k and reported expenditure of £420k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Eso (2006) Limited?
Eso (2006) Limited has a program ratio of 92.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 59% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Eso (2006) Limited registered as a charity?
Eso (2006) Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 June 2007 as charity number 1119621. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs Eso (2006) Limited?
Eso (2006) Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Eso (2006) Limited operate?
Eso (2006) Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Eso (2006) Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Eso (2006) Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1119621.
Details
16-20 Deansway
Worcester
WR1 2ES
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