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Sheffield Oratorio Chorus

We perform up to four major choral concerts a year, in Sheffield Cathedral and other venues. Member of Making Music. Currently around 85 singing members. We hold voice training workshops to improve the quality of our singing, and are exploring new ways to extend the range of our membership and reach new audiences.

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Activities & Mission

We perform up to four major choral concerts a year, in Sheffield Cathedral and other venues. Member of Making Music. Currently around 85 singing members. We hold voice training workshops to improve the quality of our singing, and are exploring new ways to extend the range of our membership and reach new audiences.

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

Financial Information

Latest Income
£40,514
Latest Expenditure
£38,422

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 94.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 94.8%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£40,514
£38,4220 / 10
2024
£40,182
£40,2020 / 83
2023
£39,120
£37,7290 / 0
2022
£23,105
£28,8970 / 10
2021
£15,043
£8,4570 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Sheffield Oratorio Chorus

What does Sheffield Oratorio Chorus do?

We perform up to four major choral concerts a year, in Sheffield Cathedral and other venues. Member of Making Music. Currently around 85 singing members. We hold voice training workshops to improve the quality of our singing, and are exploring new ways to extend the range of our membership and reach new audiences.

How much income did Sheffield Oratorio Chorus report in 2025?

Sheffield Oratorio Chorus reported total income of £41k and reported expenditure of £38k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Sheffield Oratorio Chorus registered as a charity?

Sheffield Oratorio Chorus was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 December 1970 as charity number 500578. It has been registered for 56 years.

Who runs Sheffield Oratorio Chorus?

Sheffield Oratorio Chorus is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Sheffield Oratorio Chorus operate?

Sheffield Oratorio Chorus operates in Sheffield City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Sheffield Oratorio Chorus a registered charity?

Yes — Sheffield Oratorio Chorus is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 500578.

Details

Address
101 Whirlowdale Road
SHEFFIELD
S7 2NF
Registration Date
2 December 1970
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
500578
Charity Number
500578

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Trustees

HELEN ELIZABETH STANSFIELD LEDGER
Helen Julia Smith
HILARY FAWCETT
Lois Ruth McGrath
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LYDIA RUTH FIELDER-LORD
PHILIP HIRST
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