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London Gay Symphonic Winds

Also known as: Lgsw

The LGSW welcome everyone regardless of their sexuality. We are a wind and percussion ensemble run by our members. We provide public concerts that entertain the audience while also developing the skills and talents of our members with repertoire chosen by the membership.

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Activities & Mission

The LGSW welcome everyone regardless of their sexuality. We are a wind and percussion ensemble run by our members. We provide public concerts that entertain the audience while also developing the skills and talents of our members with repertoire chosen by the membership.

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
£18,549
Latest Expenditure
£17,470

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 94.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 94.2%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£18,549
£17,4700 / 6
2023
£17,339
£16,1600 / 6
2022
£14,510
£13,9000 / 5
2021
£10,411
£10,1180 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about London Gay Symphonic Winds

What does London Gay Symphonic Winds do?

The LGSW welcome everyone regardless of their sexuality. We are a wind and percussion ensemble run by our members. We provide public concerts that entertain the audience while also developing the skills and talents of our members with repertoire chosen by the membership.

How much income did London Gay Symphonic Winds report in 2024?

London Gay Symphonic Winds reported total income of £19k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was London Gay Symphonic Winds registered as a charity?

London Gay Symphonic Winds was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 February 2015 as charity number 1160679. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs London Gay Symphonic Winds?

London Gay Symphonic Winds is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ross Macrae. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does London Gay Symphonic Winds operate?

London Gay Symphonic Winds operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is London Gay Symphonic Winds a registered charity?

Yes — London Gay Symphonic Winds is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160679.

Details

Address
97 Brocklehurst Street
LONDON
SE14 5RA
Website
lgsw.org.uk
Registration Date
26 February 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5045282
Charity Number
1160679

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Trustees

Ross Macrae Chair
Alexander Gilbert Chantrell
Celine Lessard
Christopher Ian Jackson
Dr Sophie Robbins
Erik Holtz
Gregory Harrison-Carey
Steven Dos Ramos Nunes
Thomas Jack Griffiths

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Lgsw

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