Halle Concerts Society
Also known as: Halle Orchestra
The Halle Concerts Society maintains and manages the Halle Orchestra. It promotes concerts by the Orchestra and other artists and ensembles in Manchester; presents concerts throughout the UK and overseas in association with local promoters, produces recordings and radio and television broadcasts and undertakes a full programme of educational and outreach work.
Activities & Mission
The Halle Concerts Society maintains and manages the Halle Orchestra. It promotes concerts by the Orchestra and other artists and ensembles in Manchester; presents concerts throughout the UK and overseas in association with local promoters, produces recordings and radio and television broadcasts and undertakes a full programme of educational and outreach work.
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 77% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 125). How is this calculated?
Higher than 47% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 46% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. (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 | £10,801,000 | £11,174,000 | £10,345,000 | £11,838,000 | £4,455,000 | 117 / 262 |
| 2024 | £10,869,000 | £11,181,000 | £10,252,000 | £11,834,000 | £4,561,000 | 122 / 262 |
| 2023 | £9,676,000 | £10,167,000 | £9,463,000 | £10,992,000 | £4,458,000 | 123 / 15 |
| 2022 | £9,325,000 | £8,818,000 | £8,168,000 | £12,062,000 | £4,561,000 | 122 / 15 |
| 2021 | £7,699,000 | £6,701,000 | £6,167,000 | £9,848,000 | £3,779,000 | 120 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Halle Concerts Society
What does Halle Concerts Society do?
The Halle Concerts Society maintains and manages the Halle Orchestra. It promotes concerts by the Orchestra and other artists and ensembles in Manchester; presents concerts throughout the UK and overseas in association with local promoters, produces recordings and radio and television broadcasts and undertakes a full programme of educational and outreach work.
How much income did Halle Concerts Society report in 2025?
Halle Concerts Society reported total income of £10.80m and reported expenditure of £11.17m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Halle Concerts Society?
Halle Concerts Society has a program ratio of 95.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 77% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 125 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Halle Concerts Society registered as a charity?
Halle Concerts Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 October 1963 as charity number 223882. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Halle Concerts Society?
Halle Concerts Society is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Deborah Anne Francis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Halle Concerts Society operate?
Halle Concerts Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Halle Concerts Society a registered charity?
Yes — Halle Concerts Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 223882.
Details
Bridgewater Hall
Great Bridgewater Street
MANCHESTER
M1 5HA
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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