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Hitchin Band

Also known as: Hitchin Brass Band, Hitchin Town Band

Advancing the art of music in Hitchin and surrounding area for public benefit by: Offering training and coaching to brass musicians of all ages to enable them to play to a standard ready for public performance and to develop their musical abilities; Performing public concerts of varied and informative programmes; Collaborating with other groups and individuals to enhance the offering to audiences.

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Activities & Mission

Advancing the art of music in Hitchin and surrounding area for public benefit by: Offering training and coaching to brass musicians of all ages to enable them to play to a standard ready for public performance and to develop their musical abilities; Performing public concerts of varied and informative programmes; Collaborating with other groups and individuals to enhance the offering to audiences.

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
£26,164
Latest Expenditure
£30,518

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 116.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 116.6%
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
£26,164
£30,5180 / 30
2024
£25,007
£30,7400 / 27
2023
£34,131
£36,5670 / 27
2022
£20,384
£25,2130 / 32
2021
£59,204
£13,8210 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Hitchin Band

What does Hitchin Band do?

Advancing the art of music in Hitchin and surrounding area for public benefit by: Offering training and coaching to brass musicians of all ages to enable them to play to a standard ready for public performance and to develop their musical abilities; Performing public concerts of varied and informative programmes; Collaborating with other groups and individuals to enhance the offering to audiences.

How much income did Hitchin Band report in 2025?

Hitchin Band reported total income of £26k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Hitchin Band registered as a charity?

Hitchin Band was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 February 2020 as charity number 1188221. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Hitchin Band?

Hitchin Band is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dinah Margaret Birch. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Hitchin Band operate?

Hitchin Band operates across 2 areas: Germany and England And Wales.

Is Hitchin Band a registered charity?

Yes — Hitchin Band is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1188221.

Details

Address
33 CROWLAND ROAD
LUTON
LU2 8EH
Registration Date
27 February 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5156103
Charity Number
1188221

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Trustees

Dinah Margaret Birch Chair
Adam Ilott
Allan Paul Hooker
Andrew Richard Grady
Hannah Landsman
Also governs 1 other charity
Keith Andrew Birch
Robert Bush

Also Known As

  • Hitchin Brass Band
  • Hitchin Town Band

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30 July 2026
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