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Harpenden Choral Society

Harpenden Choral Society has about 75 members and performs four concerts a year in Harpenden, including a carol concert. The Society aims to perform an increasing range of choral music of all periods, both sacred and secular, to a high amateur standard with the help of professional soloists and instrumentalists. The Society promotes singing as a social activity and strives to attract new members.

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Activities & Mission

Harpenden Choral Society has about 75 members and performs four concerts a year in Harpenden, including a carol concert. The Society aims to perform an increasing range of choral music of all periods, both sacred and secular, to a high amateur standard with the help of professional soloists and instrumentalists. The Society promotes singing as a social activity and strives to attract new members.

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

Latest Income
£36,040
Latest Expenditure
£34,888

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 96.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 96.8%
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
£36,040
£34,8880 / 0
2024
£31,692
£33,2840 / 0
2023
£30,413
£27,4140 / 0
2022
£22,232
£26,5710 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Harpenden Choral Society

What does Harpenden Choral Society do?

Harpenden Choral Society has about 75 members and performs four concerts a year in Harpenden, including a carol concert. The Society aims to perform an increasing range of choral music of all periods, both sacred and secular, to a high amateur standard with the help of professional soloists and instrumentalists. The Society promotes singing as a social activity and strives to attract new members.

How much income did Harpenden Choral Society report in 2025?

Harpenden Choral Society reported total income of £36k and reported expenditure of £35k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Harpenden Choral Society registered as a charity?

Harpenden Choral Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 July 1978 as charity number 275986. It has been registered for 48 years.

Who runs Harpenden Choral Society?

Harpenden Choral Society is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Harpenden Choral Society operate?

Harpenden Choral Society operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Harpenden Choral Society a registered charity?

Yes — Harpenden Choral Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 275986.

Details

Address
52 Derwent Road
HARPENDEN
Hertfordshire
AL5 3NX
Registration Date
3 July 1978
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
275986
Charity Number
275986

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Trustees

Amanda Melanie Evans
Judith Mary Mayall
Melanie Clare Gaches
Michael John Walker
Rosemary Ann White
Rosemary Heather Russell
Sheila Karen Mitchell

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