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Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra

(1) Providing public orchestral concerts of the highest level of professionalism;(2) Providing music outreach activities in schools and colleges and with children and young people generally;(3) Wherever possible and desirable working in partnership or collaboration with other charitable and non-charitable organisations in order to better serve the widest possible public;(4) Such other means

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Activities & Mission

(1) Providing public orchestral concerts of the highest level of professionalism;(2) Providing music outreach activities in schools and colleges and with children and young people generally;(3) Wherever possible and desirable working in partnership or collaboration with other charitable and non-charitable organisations in order to better serve the widest possible public;(4) Such other means

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
£64,711
Latest Expenditure
£63,740

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 98.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 98.5%
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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2024 — Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra (organisation 5026971)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£64,711
£63,7400 / 2
2024
£24,641
£17,1460 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra

What does Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra do?

(1) Providing public orchestral concerts of the highest level of professionalism;(2) Providing music outreach activities in schools and colleges and with children and young people generally;(3) Wherever possible and desirable working in partnership or collaboration with other charitable and non-charitable organisations in order to better serve the widest possible public;(4) Such other means

How much income did Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra report in 2025?

Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra reported total income of £65k and reported expenditure of £64k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra registered as a charity?

Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 March 2023 as charity number 1202492. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra?

Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Dawe. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra operate?

Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra operates across 4 areas: Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk.

Is Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra a registered charity?

Yes — Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202492.

Details

Address
3 RECTORY MEADOW
RATTLESDEN
BURY ST. EDMUNDS
IP30 0RE
Registration Date
27 March 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5211099
Charity Number
1202492

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Trustees

Michael Dawe Chair
Jane Elizabeth Dalgliesh
LESLIE WILLIAM OLIVE
Also governs 1 other charity
Simon Peter Spence KC
Also governs 1 other charity

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