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Soundwell Music Therapy Trust

Also known as: Soundwell, Soundwell Music Therapy

Soundwell's mission statement is: "To enhance the mental health of people experiencing emotional and mental distress by promoting and providing an inclusive, community-based service of music therapy which includes outreach, short and long term groups and individual work"Music therapy is the use of musical instruments and the sounds they make to promote change and recovery.

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Activities & Mission

Soundwell's mission statement is: "To enhance the mental health of people experiencing emotional and mental distress by promoting and providing an inclusive, community-based service of music therapy which includes outreach, short and long term groups and individual work"Music therapy is the use of musical instruments and the sounds they make to promote change and recovery.

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
£186,679
Latest Expenditure
£164,334

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 88.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 88.0%
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
£186,679
£164,3340 / 0
2024
£143,149
£183,9080 / 3
2023
£214,433
£192,0090 / 1
2022
£152,894
£172,9860 / 0
2021
£166,043
£160,3610 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Soundwell Music Therapy Trust

What does Soundwell Music Therapy Trust do?

Soundwell's mission statement is: "To enhance the mental health of people experiencing emotional and mental distress by promoting and providing an inclusive, community-based service of music therapy which includes outreach, short and long term groups and individual work"Music therapy is the use of musical instruments and the sounds they make to promote change and recovery.

How much income did Soundwell Music Therapy Trust report in 2025?

Soundwell Music Therapy Trust reported total income of £187k and reported expenditure of £164k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Soundwell Music Therapy Trust registered as a charity?

Soundwell Music Therapy Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 October 2002 as charity number 1093992. It has been registered for 24 years.

Who runs Soundwell Music Therapy Trust?

Soundwell Music Therapy Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Catherine Warner. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Soundwell Music Therapy Trust operate?

Soundwell Music Therapy Trust operates across 4 areas: Bath And North East Somerset, Bristol City, North Somerset and Wiltshire.

Is Soundwell Music Therapy Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Soundwell Music Therapy Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1093992.

Details

Address
Quaker Meeting House
Wedmore Vale
BRISTOL
BS3 5HX
Registration Date
1 October 2002
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3989508
Charity Number
1093992

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Trustees

Dr Catherine Warner Chair
Alison Harris
Daniel Bateman
Jennifer Wildblood
Oliver Kelham
PETER WATSON
RICHARD ELLIS
Victoria Berger
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Soundwell
  • Soundwell Music Therapy

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