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Francis Routh Trust

To support British Music, particularly of those composers who have not received the attention they deserve.

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Activities & Mission

To support British Music, particularly of those composers who have not received the attention they deserve.

Grants

Francis Routh Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£27,031
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
education and training

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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
£25,090
Latest Expenditure
£27,031

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 107.7%
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
£25,090
£27,0310 / 0
2024
£13,178
£6,5050 / 0
2024
£18,576
£21,2620 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Francis Routh Trust

What does Francis Routh Trust do?

To support British Music, particularly of those composers who have not received the attention they deserve.

How much income did Francis Routh Trust report in 2025?

Francis Routh Trust reported total income of £25k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Francis Routh Trust registered as a charity?

Francis Routh Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 March 2023 as charity number 1202381. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs Francis Routh Trust?

Francis Routh Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIMON ROUTH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Francis Routh Trust operate?

Francis Routh Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Francis Routh Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Francis Routh Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202381.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
17 March 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5210313
Charity Number
1202381

Trustees

SIMON ROUTH Chair
Cheryl Frances-Hoad
Dr Rupert Ridgewell
Robert Summers
William Howard

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26 October 2026
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