Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment
The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment is a world renowned orchestra which plays on original instruments. Being run and artistically led by its players, it works with leading artists as well as nurturing the next generation of musicians. The OAE strives to reach the widest audience possible through performance, its school residency and established education programmes.
Activities & Mission
The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment is a world renowned orchestra which plays on original instruments. Being run and artistically led by its players, it works with leading artists as well as nurturing the next generation of musicians. The OAE strives to reach the widest audience possible through performance, its school residency and established education 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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 55% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 339). How is this calculated?
Higher than 33% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 29% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £4,007,726 | £4,231,322 | £3,779,346 | £1,023,824 | £801,074 | 18 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,814,399 | £3,739,134 | £3,303,750 | £1,247,420 | £660,000 | 18 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,881,188 | £3,199,499 | £2,810,168 | £1,174,255 | £219,899 | 19 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,154,246 | £3,321,046 | £2,969,248 | £1,499,686 | £400,693 | 18 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,868,159 | £2,067,057 | £1,540,020 | £1,644,665 | £543,177 | 15 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment
What does Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment do?
The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment is a world renowned orchestra which plays on original instruments. Being run and artistically led by its players, it works with leading artists as well as nurturing the next generation of musicians. The OAE strives to reach the widest audience possible through performance, its school residency and established education programmes.
How much income did Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment report in 2025?
Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment reported total income of £4.01m and reported expenditure of £4.23m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment?
Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment has a program ratio of 94.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 55% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 339 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment registered as a charity?
Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 October 1986 as charity number 295329. It has been registered for 40 years.
Who runs Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment?
Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment is governed by a board of 15 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment operate?
Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment operates across 13 areas, including Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark and 10 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment a registered charity?
Yes — Orchestra Of The Age Of Enlightenment is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 295329.
Details
Acland Burghley School
93 Burghley Road
London
NW5 1UH
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- 30 July 2026
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