Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust
Also known as: Hr Taylor Charitable Trust
The main objective of the Trust is the 'advancement of public education in and the appreciation of the art and science of music'. It achieves this through funding a wide range of music related activities at state primary, secondary and tertiary levels and supporting the performance of live classical music by local (mainly amateur) music societies.
Activities & Mission
The main objective of the Trust is the 'advancement of public education in and the appreciation of the art and science of music'. It achieves this through funding a wide range of music related activities at state primary, secondary and tertiary levels and supporting the performance of live classical music by local (mainly amateur) music societies.
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 42% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 9% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 8% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £534,826 | £698,969 | £442,488 | £11,965,282 | £11,965,282 | 2 / 0 |
| 2023 | £526,551 | £525,818 | £375,658 | £11,908,025 | £11,908,025 | 2 / 0 |
| 2022 | £522,532 | £727,460 | £612,340 | £11,592,021 | £11,592,021 | 2 / 0 |
| 2021 | £711,820 | £531,425 | £420,778 | £12,405,120 | £12,405,120 | 2 / 0 |
| 2020 | £455,830 | £410,794 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust
What does Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust do?
The main objective of the Trust is the 'advancement of public education in and the appreciation of the art and science of music'. It achieves this through funding a wide range of music related activities at state primary, secondary and tertiary levels and supporting the performance of live classical music by local (mainly amateur) music societies.
How much income did Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust report in 2024?
Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust reported total income of £535k and reported expenditure of £699k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust?
Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 82.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 June 1997 as charity number 1062836. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust?
Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is COLIN JOHN EDGERTON OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust operate?
Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust operates across 4 areas: Croydon, Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey and Sutton.
Is Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Humphrey Richardson Taylor Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1062836.
Details
32 Chipstead Station Parade
Chipstead
COULSDON
Surrey
CR5 3TF
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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