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Lake District Music Limited

Also known as: Lake District Summer Music Limited

Founded in 1985, Lake District Music has consistently pursued a clear policy of bringing to Cumbria an annual festival and professional summer school of quality and purpose centred principally, but not exclusively, on chamber music.

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Activities & Mission

Founded in 1985, Lake District Music has consistently pursued a clear policy of bringing to Cumbria an annual festival and professional summer school of quality and purpose centred principally, but not exclusively, on chamber music.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£262,558
Latest Expenditure
£264,056

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 100.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 100.6%
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 2024.

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.

The Commission record shows these related events on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2025 — Grange-over-Sands and District Concert Club (organisation 504781)
  • Asset transfer in in 2024 — Patrons of Lake District Summer Music (organisation 516781)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£262,558
£264,0560 / 40
2023
£232,789
£249,7850 / 40
2022
£245,163
£225,1520 / 0
2021
£238,971
£177,5000 / 0
2020
£86,544
£70,4550 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Lake District Music Limited

What does Lake District Music Limited do?

Founded in 1985, Lake District Music has consistently pursued a clear policy of bringing to Cumbria an annual festival and professional summer school of quality and purpose centred principally, but not exclusively, on chamber music.

How much income did Lake District Music Limited report in 2024?

Lake District Music Limited reported total income of £263k and reported expenditure of £264k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Lake District Music Limited registered as a charity?

Lake District Music Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 1985 as charity number 516350. It has been registered for 41 years.

Who runs Lake District Music Limited?

Lake District Music Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Owen Nigel Bull. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Lake District Music Limited operate?

Lake District Music Limited operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Lake District Music Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Lake District Music Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 516350.

Details

Address
Lake District Music
Aynam Mills
Little Aynam
Kendal
Cumbria
LA9 7AH
Registration Date
15 April 1985
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
516350
Charity Number
516350

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Trustees

Owen Nigel Bull Chair
Dr Graham Martin Hoadley
Gabriella Swallow
Also governs 1 other charity
Hugh McGill Blair
JOHN ROBERT WOOD
Also governs 2 other charities
Leda Mileto
Malcolm Gary Heyes
Sir Christopher James Scott

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Lake District Summer Music Limited

Data & trust

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14 May 2026
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