Somerset County Orchestra
Also known as: Somerset Orchestral Society
The charity exists to provide live orchestral music to the community. We hold 3 or 4 symphony concerts each year. Soloists are often young people who live, or used to go to school, in our area. Adults & students play in the orchestra.
Activities & Mission
The charity exists to provide live orchestral music to the community. We hold 3 or 4 symphony concerts each year. Soloists are often young people who live, or used to go to school, in our area. Adults & students play in the orchestra.
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
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 | £15,555 | £17,087 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2024 | £16,538 | £10,034 | 0 / 46 | |||
| 2023 | £11,592 | £13,997 | 0 / 46 | |||
| 2022 | £12,842 | £13,667 | 0 / 60 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Somerset County Orchestra
What does Somerset County Orchestra do?
The charity exists to provide live orchestral music to the community. We hold 3 or 4 symphony concerts each year. Soloists are often young people who live, or used to go to school, in our area. Adults & students play in the orchestra.
How much income did Somerset County Orchestra report in 2025?
Somerset County Orchestra reported total income of £16k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Somerset County Orchestra registered as a charity?
Somerset County Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 January 1984 as charity number 288482. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs Somerset County Orchestra?
Somerset County Orchestra is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Charles Macadam. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Somerset County Orchestra operate?
Somerset County Orchestra operates across 2 areas: Devon and Somerset.
Is Somerset County Orchestra a registered charity?
Yes — Somerset County Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 288482.
Details
Trickey Warren Farm
Culmhead
TAUNTON
TA3 7DY
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- 30 July 2026
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