Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust
Also known as: The Oxford Philomusica Trust
PROMOTE AND MAINTAIN PUBLIC EDUCATION IN, AND APPRECIATION OF, THE ART AND SCIENCE OF MUSIC IN ALL ASPECTS BY THE PRESENTATION OF PUBLIC CONCERTS AND RECITALS, INCLUDING THE CARRYING ON OF ACTIVITIES OF THE ORCHESTRA KNOWN AS THE OXFORD PHILHARMONIC, AND PROMOTE THE GENERAL PURPOSES OF SUCH CHARITABLE BODIES AS SHALL BE EXCLUSIVELY CHARITABLE AS THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MAY FROM TIME TO TIME DECIDE.
Activities & Mission
PROMOTE AND MAINTAIN PUBLIC EDUCATION IN, AND APPRECIATION OF, THE ART AND SCIENCE OF MUSIC IN ALL ASPECTS BY THE PRESENTATION OF PUBLIC CONCERTS AND RECITALS, INCLUDING THE CARRYING ON OF ACTIVITIES OF THE ORCHESTRA KNOWN AS THE OXFORD PHILHARMONIC, AND PROMOTE THE GENERAL PURPOSES OF SUCH CHARITABLE BODIES AS SHALL BE EXCLUSIVELY CHARITABLE AS THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MAY FROM TIME TO TIME DECIDE.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 59% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 84% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,945,208 | £2,788,719 | £2,788,719 | £809,165 | £809,165 | 12 / 19 |
| 2023 | £2,988,493 | £2,741,091 | £2,741,091 | £652,676 | £652,676 | 11 / 21 |
| 2022 | £1,955,148 | £1,981,428 | £1,981,428 | £405,274 | £405,274 | 10 / 21 |
| 2021 | £1,063,307 | £1,043,232 | £1,043,232 | £431,554 | £431,554 | 10 / 31 |
| 2020 | £1,371,397 | £1,380,857 | £1,380,857 | £411,479 | £411,479 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust
What does Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust do?
PROMOTE AND MAINTAIN PUBLIC EDUCATION IN, AND APPRECIATION OF, THE ART AND SCIENCE OF MUSIC IN ALL ASPECTS BY THE PRESENTATION OF PUBLIC CONCERTS AND RECITALS, INCLUDING THE CARRYING ON OF ACTIVITIES OF THE ORCHESTRA KNOWN AS THE OXFORD PHILHARMONIC, AND PROMOTE THE GENERAL PURPOSES OF SUCH CHARITABLE BODIES AS SHALL BE EXCLUSIVELY CHARITABLE AS THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MAY FROM TIME TO TIME DECIDE.
How much income did Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust report in 2024?
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust reported total income of £2.95m and reported expenditure of £2.79m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust?
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust has a program ratio of 94.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 59% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust registered as a charity?
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 December 2000 as charity number 1084256. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust?
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust is governed by a board of 16 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust operate?
Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1084256.
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London
NW2 4EB
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Also Known As
- The Oxford Philomusica Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated