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Havergal Brian Society

Also known as: Hbs

The Havergal Brian society exists to promote public knowledge of the work of the composer William Havergal Brian (1876-1972) and, to this end, to support and sponsor its publication, performance and recording.

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Activities & Mission

The Havergal Brian society exists to promote public knowledge of the work of the composer William Havergal Brian (1876-1972) and, to this end, to support and sponsor its publication, performance and recording.

Grants

Havergal Brian Society is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£52,730
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
arts, culture, heritage, or science

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
£19,010
Latest Expenditure
£52,730

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 277.4%
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
£19,010
£52,7300 / 8
2024
£13,645
£23,3700 / 8
2022
£11,104
£27,8790 / 0
2021
£53,128
£13,9170 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Havergal Brian Society

What does Havergal Brian Society do?

The Havergal Brian society exists to promote public knowledge of the work of the composer William Havergal Brian (1876-1972) and, to this end, to support and sponsor its publication, performance and recording.

How much income did Havergal Brian Society report in 2025?

Havergal Brian Society reported total income of £19k and reported expenditure of £53k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Havergal Brian Society registered as a charity?

Havergal Brian Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 June 1978 as charity number 275793. It has been registered for 48 years.

Who runs Havergal Brian Society?

Havergal Brian 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 Havergal Brian Society operate?

Havergal Brian Society operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Havergal Brian Society a registered charity?

Yes — Havergal Brian Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 275793.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
12 June 1978
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
275793
Charity Number
275793

Trustees

Anthony David Sanderson
Christopher John Kettle
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr MARTIN CHRISTOPHER GROSSEL
Also governs 1 other charity
MARTIN JOHN ANDERSON
Martin Paul Stone
MARTYN BECKER
PROFESSOR JOHN PICKARD
Also governs 1 other charity
Richard Graham Ascough

Also Known As

  • Hbs

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