Inner City Music Limited
I C M presents a range of music and related education activities at its Manchester Venue Band on the Wall. Other local charities utilise space and facilities at reduced rates. The building re-opened in September 2009 following extensive renovation, and now incorporates meeting rooms, office facilities, music venue, workshop space and the provision of food and drink.
Activities & Mission
I C M presents a range of music and related education activities at its Manchester Venue Band on the Wall. Other local charities utilise space and facilities at reduced rates. The building re-opened in September 2009 following extensive renovation, and now incorporates meeting rooms, office facilities, music venue, workshop space and the provision of food and drink.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 10% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 4% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,100,544 | £3,067,069 | £1,549,709 | £4,593,806 | £31,403 | 75 / 8 |
| 2024 | £2,981,190 | £3,052,527 | £1,590,880 | £4,610,127 | £48,070 | 57 / 3 |
| 2023 | £2,667,408 | £2,407,287 | £1,422,441 | £4,681,464 | £129,386 | 56 / 20 |
| 2022 | £3,731,407 | £1,283,794 | £899,234 | £4,771,343 | £15,294 | 17 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,635,935 | £850,655 | £658,628 | £2,323,730 | £130,794 | 27 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Inner City Music Limited
What does Inner City Music Limited do?
I C M presents a range of music and related education activities at its Manchester Venue Band on the Wall. Other local charities utilise space and facilities at reduced rates. The building re-opened in September 2009 following extensive renovation, and now incorporates meeting rooms, office facilities, music venue, workshop space and the provision of food and drink.
How much income did Inner City Music Limited report in 2025?
Inner City Music Limited reported total income of £3.10m and reported expenditure of £3.07m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Inner City Music Limited?
Inner City Music Limited has a program ratio of 50.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Inner City Music Limited registered as a charity?
Inner City Music Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 1985 as charity number 516351. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs Inner City Music Limited?
Inner City Music Limited is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is STEPHEN SORRELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Inner City Music Limited operate?
Inner City Music Limited operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Inner City Music Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Inner City Music Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 516351.
Details
27 Swan St
Northern Quarter
Manchester
M4 5JZ
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