Maidstone Orchestral Society

Also known as: Mso

The charity advances and promotes public education in and appreciation of music by the presentation of 5 classical concerts annually and by other such ways as the society through its committee shall determine from time to time.

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Activities & Mission

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

Kent

Financial Information

Latest Income

£55,431

Latest Expenditure

£52,069

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 93.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 93.9%

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 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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2016 — The Maidstone Orchestral Society (organisation 287986)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£55,431	£52,069	0 / 10
2024	£45,040	£48,467	0 / 10
2023	£52,040	£44,972	0 / 10
2022	£41,731	£41,981	0 / 10
2021	£95	£7,064	0 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Maidstone Orchestral Society

What does Maidstone Orchestral Society do?

How much income did Maidstone Orchestral Society report in 2025?

Maidstone Orchestral Society reported total income of £55k and reported expenditure of £52k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Maidstone Orchestral Society registered as a charity?

Maidstone Orchestral Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 September 2015 as charity number 1163384. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Maidstone Orchestral Society?

Maidstone Orchestral Society is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jonathan Antony Cane. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Maidstone Orchestral Society operate?

Maidstone Orchestral Society operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Maidstone Orchestral Society a registered charity?

Yes — Maidstone Orchestral Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1163384.