Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival
Also known as: Lancaster & District Schools Singing Festival
The LDSSF started over 74 years ago as an annual event bringing local schools together for concert performances. The festival develops annual programmes for KS1 and KS2 pupils. The content of the programmes look at the advancement of education, arts, culture, heritage and mental wellbeing of children, with the benefits of singing and music making. The festival is inclusive - able and disabled.
Activities & Mission
The LDSSF started over 74 years ago as an annual event bringing local schools together for concert performances. The festival develops annual programmes for KS1 and KS2 pupils. The content of the programmes look at the advancement of education, arts, culture, heritage and mental wellbeing of children, with the benefits of singing and music making. The festival is inclusive - able and disabled.
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
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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 | £11,538 | £8,985 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £8,605 | £6,201 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £15,404 | £6,815 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £751 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival
What does Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival do?
The LDSSF started over 74 years ago as an annual event bringing local schools together for concert performances. The festival develops annual programmes for KS1 and KS2 pupils. The content of the programmes look at the advancement of education, arts, culture, heritage and mental wellbeing of children, with the benefits of singing and music making. The festival is inclusive - able and disabled.
How much income did Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival report in 2025?
Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival registered as a charity?
Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 June 2020 as charity number 1189871. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival?
Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival operate?
Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival a registered charity?
Yes — Lancaster & District Schools' Singing Festival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189871.
Details
Shady Lane
Slyne
LANCASTER
LA2 6JL
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- 30 July 2026
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