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Polymnia

Polymnia is a chamber choir of ~23 members who rehearse and perform concerts of choral music, of a wide range of genres from early music to the 21st century, to a high standard for the benefit of audiences mainly in and around Milton Keynes. Much of the music is performed a cappella but occasionally professional musicians are engaged to accompany the choir.

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Activities & Mission

Polymnia is a chamber choir of ~23 members who rehearse and perform concerts of choral music, of a wide range of genres from early music to the 21st century, to a high standard for the benefit of audiences mainly in and around Milton Keynes. Much of the music is performed a cappella but occasionally professional musicians are engaged to accompany the choir.

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

Latest Income
£23,661
Latest Expenditure
£23,204

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 98.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 98.1%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£23,661
£23,2040 / 23
2024
£18,031
£17,6100 / 0
2023
£6,321
£7,5300 / 0
2022
£2,736
£4,8100 / 0
2021
£2,736
£4,8100 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Polymnia

What does Polymnia do?

Polymnia is a chamber choir of ~23 members who rehearse and perform concerts of choral music, of a wide range of genres from early music to the 21st century, to a high standard for the benefit of audiences mainly in and around Milton Keynes. Much of the music is performed a cappella but occasionally professional musicians are engaged to accompany the choir.

How much income did Polymnia report in 2025?

Polymnia reported total income of £24k and reported expenditure of £23k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Polymnia registered as a charity?

Polymnia was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 January 2019 as charity number 1181422. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs Polymnia?

Polymnia is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul North. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Polymnia operate?

Polymnia operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Polymnia a registered charity?

Yes — Polymnia is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1181422.

Details

Address
43 MONELLAN CRESCENT
CALDECOTTE
MILTON KEYNES
MK7 8NA
Registration Date
4 January 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5130137
Charity Number
1181422

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Trustees

Paul North Chair
Brian Joseph Coulstock
Also governs 1 other charity
Christine Crispus Jones
Dr Georgina Mary Johnson
John Peregrine Williams
Katherine Mary Atalay
Sophia Mary Farrell-Reed

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