Somerset Chamber Choir

To promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music.

Activities & Mission

To promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music.

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

Somerset

Financial Information

Latest Income

£39,944

Latest Expenditure

£40,098

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 100.4%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 100.4%

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£39,944	£40,098	0 / 65
2024	£35,706	£28,887	0 / 80
2023	£31,216	£29,327	0 / 60
2022	£10,324	£14,768	0 / 75
2021	£12,147	£4,383	0 / 72

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Somerset Chamber Choir

What does Somerset Chamber Choir do?

To promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music.

How much income did Somerset Chamber Choir report in 2025?

Somerset Chamber Choir reported total income of £40k and reported expenditure of £40k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Somerset Chamber Choir registered as a charity?

Somerset Chamber Choir was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 August 1991 as charity number 1003687. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs Somerset Chamber Choir?

Somerset Chamber Choir is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rebecca Jane Elderton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Somerset Chamber Choir operate?

Somerset Chamber Choir operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Somerset Chamber Choir a registered charity?

Yes — Somerset Chamber Choir is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1003687.