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.
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.
Grants
Lake District Music Limited makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £375,432
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £410,263 | £375,432 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2024 | £262,558 | £264,056 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2023 | £232,789 | £249,785 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2022 | £245,163 | £225,152 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £238,971 | £177,500 | 0 / 0 |
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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 2025?
Lake District Music Limited reported total income of £410k and reported expenditure of £375k for the financial year ending 2025, 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 9 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.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Lake District Summer Music Limited
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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