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Jazz North

Jazz North is the development agency for jazz in the north of England working with, and on behalf of, the jazz sector to promote sustainable careers for northern musicians. We share, create and distribute information, events and opportunities and support the development and performance of the art-form through the provision of learning opportunities, conferences, tour support and other activities.

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Activities & Mission

Jazz North is the development agency for jazz in the north of England working with, and on behalf of, the jazz sector to promote sustainable careers for northern musicians. We share, create and distribute information, events and opportunities and support the development and performance of the art-form through the provision of learning opportunities, conferences, tour support and other activities.

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
£213,945
Latest Expenditure
£190,462

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 89.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 89.0%
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
£213,945
£190,4620 / 0
2024
£214,171
£187,8350 / 0
2023
£205,411
£195,5690 / 0
2022
£202,611
£193,3930 / 0
2021
£199,241
£189,6920 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Jazz North

What does Jazz North do?

Jazz North is the development agency for jazz in the north of England working with, and on behalf of, the jazz sector to promote sustainable careers for northern musicians. We share, create and distribute information, events and opportunities and support the development and performance of the art-form through the provision of learning opportunities, conferences, tour support and other activities.

How much income did Jazz North report in 2025?

Jazz North reported total income of £214k and reported expenditure of £190k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Jazz North registered as a charity?

Jazz North was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 March 2016 as charity number 1166241. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Jazz North?

Jazz North is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Jazz North operate?

Jazz North operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Jazz North a registered charity?

Yes — Jazz North is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1166241.

Details

Address
Brosnans Ltd
Birkby House
Birkby Lane
Bailiff Bridge
BRIGHOUSE
West Yor
Registration Date
29 March 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5068695
Charity Number
1166241

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Trustees

Aaron Casserly Stewart
Also governs 1 other charity
Claire Rachel Umney
Jackie Thompson
Perrilena Alleyne-Hughes
Roger Wilson
Also governs 1 other charity
Sally Currie

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30 July 2026
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