Northern Chords Festival
Also known as: Northern Chords
Northern Chords Festival advances education by promoting and providing opportunities for the appreciation, understanding and enjoyment of the art of music in particular by the provision of a regular festival, public concerts, lectures, tuition and youth engagement programmes.
Activities & Mission
Northern Chords Festival advances education by promoting and providing opportunities for the appreciation, understanding and enjoyment of the art of music in particular by the provision of a regular festival, public concerts, lectures, tuition and youth engagement programmes.
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 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 | £31,117 | £28,625 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £600 | £1 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £20,391 | £21,529 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £17,290 | £26,514 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £39,239 | £35,589 | 0 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about Northern Chords Festival
What does Northern Chords Festival do?
Northern Chords Festival advances education by promoting and providing opportunities for the appreciation, understanding and enjoyment of the art of music in particular by the provision of a regular festival, public concerts, lectures, tuition and youth engagement programmes.
How much income did Northern Chords Festival report in 2025?
Northern Chords Festival reported total income of £31k and reported expenditure of £29k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Northern Chords Festival registered as a charity?
Northern Chords Festival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 April 2017 as charity number 1172767. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Northern Chords Festival?
Northern Chords Festival is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Tony Trapp. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Northern Chords Festival operate?
Northern Chords Festival operates across 10 areas, including Durham, Gateshead, Hartlepool and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Northern Chords Festival a registered charity?
Yes — Northern Chords Festival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172767.
Details
Whickham
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE16 4QW
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- 14 May 2026
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