Sound Roots
Also known as: English Folk Expo
To advance the public's appreciation of the art of folk music by- providing folk music acts with the opportunity to be able to perform at concerts, festivals and other events- increasing public access and exposure to folk music through developing, promoting and encouraging its practice.The term 'folk music' includes both contemporary and traditional forms.
Activities & Mission
To advance the public's appreciation of the art of folk music by- providing folk music acts with the opportunity to be able to perform at concerts, festivals and other events- increasing public access and exposure to folk music through developing, promoting and encouraging its practice.The term 'folk music' includes both contemporary and traditional forms.
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 16% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £565,373 | £425,208 | £237,543 | £292,928 | £292,928 | 5 / 0 |
| 2023 | £372,619 | £421,551 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £406,591 | £459,478 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £575,813 | £413,719 | £380,646 | £254,582 | £157,730 | 5 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Sound Roots
What does Sound Roots do?
To advance the public's appreciation of the art of folk music by- providing folk music acts with the opportunity to be able to perform at concerts, festivals and other events- increasing public access and exposure to folk music through developing, promoting and encouraging its practice.The term 'folk music' includes both contemporary and traditional forms.
How much income did Sound Roots report in 2024?
Sound Roots reported total income of £565k and reported expenditure of £425k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Sound Roots?
Sound Roots has a program ratio of 42.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 16% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Sound Roots registered as a charity?
Sound Roots was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 October 2020 as charity number 1192064. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Sound Roots?
Sound Roots is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Kellie While. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sound Roots operate?
Sound Roots operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Sound Roots a registered charity?
Yes — Sound Roots is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1192064.
Details
Littleborough
Lancashire
OL15 8AA
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- English Folk Expo
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated