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Godalming Performing Arts Festival

Also known as: Godalming Music Festival

To advance the education of the public in the arts, particularly music, speech, drama and dance. A festival of music speech and dance is held in Feb/March each year in Godalming.

Activities & Mission

To advance the education of the public in the arts, particularly music, speech, drama and dance. A festival of music speech and dance is held in Feb/March each year in Godalming.

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
£23,150
Latest Expenditure
£18,087

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 78.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 78.1%
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
£23,150
£18,0870 / 15
2024
£33,973
£22,3290 / 20
2023
£24,088
£20,2220 / 20
2022
£12,280
£16,1800 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Godalming Performing Arts Festival

What does Godalming Performing Arts Festival do?

To advance the education of the public in the arts, particularly music, speech, drama and dance. A festival of music speech and dance is held in Feb/March each year in Godalming.

How much income did Godalming Performing Arts Festival report in 2025?

Godalming Performing Arts Festival reported total income of £23k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Godalming Performing Arts Festival registered as a charity?

Godalming Performing Arts Festival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 February 1990 as charity number 802840. It has been registered for 36 years.

Who runs Godalming Performing Arts Festival?

Godalming Performing Arts Festival is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is MICHAEL RODNEY GOODRIDGE LLB MBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Godalming Performing Arts Festival operate?

Godalming Performing Arts Festival operates across 3 areas: Hampshire, Surrey and West Sussex.

Is Godalming Performing Arts Festival a registered charity?

Yes — Godalming Performing Arts Festival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 802840.

Details

Address
2 Chinthurst Lodge
Wonersh Common
Wonersh
GUILDFORD
Surrey
GU5 0PR
Registration Date
20 February 1990
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
802840
Charity Number
802840

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Trustees

MICHAEL RODNEY GOODRIDGE LLB MBE Chair
Also governs 4 other charities
Hilary Anne Curtis Reeve
Also governs 1 other charity
MICHAEL JOHN SUMMERS
Penelope Anne Jeffrey
PETER JAMES MARTIN BA, FCCA

Sectors & Classifications

Arts Charitable activities

Also Known As

  • Godalming Music Festival

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30 July 2026
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