St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society
Also known as: Barts Choir
We are one of London's largest unauditioned choral societies with around 300 regular members, offering amateur voices an opportunity to sing a variety of choral works under professional guidance. We welcome anyone who is interested in learning about singing classical choral music, participating in our community and performing with us at concerts in major venues and with professional musicians.
Activities & Mission
We are one of London's largest unauditioned choral societies with around 300 regular members, offering amateur voices an opportunity to sing a variety of choral works under professional guidance. We welcome anyone who is interested in learning about singing classical choral music, participating in our community and performing with us at concerts in major venues and with professional musicians.
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Financial Information
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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 | £184,675 | £204,260 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £252,713 | £214,448 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £145,121 | £178,611 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society
What does St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society do?
We are one of London's largest unauditioned choral societies with around 300 regular members, offering amateur voices an opportunity to sing a variety of choral works under professional guidance. We welcome anyone who is interested in learning about singing classical choral music, participating in our community and performing with us at concerts in major venues and with professional musicians.
How much income did St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society report in 2024?
St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society reported total income of £185k and reported expenditure of £204k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society registered as a charity?
St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 January 2022 as charity number 1197538. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society?
St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Margaret Susan Shale. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society operate?
St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society a registered charity?
Yes — St Bartholomew's Hospital Choral Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1197538.
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