London English Song Festival
Also known as: Lesf
Creation, promotion and performance of an annual festival of English Song in London, with associated educational workshops. Promotion of the knowledge and performance of the art of English Song.
Activities & Mission
Creation, promotion and performance of an annual festival of English Song in London, with associated educational workshops. Promotion of the knowledge and performance of the art of English Song.
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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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,069 | £191 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £3,817 | £3,006 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £54,801 | £61,588 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £4,987 | £50 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £13,234 | £10,849 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about London English Song Festival
What does London English Song Festival do?
Creation, promotion and performance of an annual festival of English Song in London, with associated educational workshops. Promotion of the knowledge and performance of the art of English Song.
How much income did London English Song Festival report in 2024?
London English Song Festival reported total income of £1k and reported expenditure of £191.00 for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was London English Song Festival registered as a charity?
London English Song Festival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 January 2015 as charity number 1159818. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs London English Song Festival?
London English Song Festival is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is WILLIAM JOHN VANN ARAM FRCO. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does London English Song Festival operate?
London English Song Festival operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is London English Song Festival a registered charity?
Yes — London English Song Festival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159818.
Details
West Road
LONDON
SW3 4NL
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- 14 May 2026
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