Tenterden Folk Day Trust
Also known as: Tenterden Folk Festival
To preserve and advance public education and appreciation of traditional and contemporary folk music, song, dance and other related traditions, crafts and folk arts as a part of the living heritage. In particular through promoting the annual Tenterden Folk Festival, occassional concerts and dances, educational workshops for schools, etc. and working as a local folk development agency.
Activities & Mission
To preserve and advance public education and appreciation of traditional and contemporary folk music, song, dance and other related traditions, crafts and folk arts as a part of the living heritage. In particular through promoting the annual Tenterden Folk Festival, occassional concerts and dances, educational workshops for schools, etc. and working as a local folk development agency.
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
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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 | £57,141 | £49,181 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2023 | £47,704 | £51,426 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2022 | £46,070 | £48,157 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £42,368 | £41,694 | 0 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about Tenterden Folk Day Trust
What does Tenterden Folk Day Trust do?
To preserve and advance public education and appreciation of traditional and contemporary folk music, song, dance and other related traditions, crafts and folk arts as a part of the living heritage. In particular through promoting the annual Tenterden Folk Festival, occassional concerts and dances, educational workshops for schools, etc. and working as a local folk development agency.
How much income did Tenterden Folk Day Trust report in 2024?
Tenterden Folk Day Trust reported total income of £57k and reported expenditure of £49k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Tenterden Folk Day Trust registered as a charity?
Tenterden Folk Day Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 June 1994 as charity number 1038663. It has been registered for 32 years.
Who runs Tenterden Folk Day Trust?
Tenterden Folk Day Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alan Castle BEM. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Tenterden Folk Day Trust operate?
Tenterden Folk Day Trust operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Tenterden Folk Day Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Tenterden Folk Day Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1038663.
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