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The Birmingham Choral Union

Also known as: (the) Choral Union, Bcu

Birmingham Choral Union is a mixed choir, established in the 1880s. The Choir actively welcomes new singing members from diverse backgrounds.

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Activities & Mission

Birmingham Choral Union is a mixed choir, established in the 1880s. The Choir actively welcomes new singing members from diverse backgrounds.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£19,715
Latest Expenditure
£16,751

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 85.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 85.0%
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
£19,715
£16,7510 / 50
2024
£18,073
£17,5860 / 50
2023
£16,374
£17,9400 / 40
2022
£10,886
£12,4770 / 50
2021
£10,886
£12,4770 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Birmingham Choral Union

What does The Birmingham Choral Union do?

Birmingham Choral Union is a mixed choir, established in the 1880s. The Choir actively welcomes new singing members from diverse backgrounds.

How much income did The Birmingham Choral Union report in 2025?

The Birmingham Choral Union reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Birmingham Choral Union registered as a charity?

The Birmingham Choral Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 June 1964 as charity number 233560. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs The Birmingham Choral Union?

The Birmingham Choral Union is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Susan Houghton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Birmingham Choral Union operate?

The Birmingham Choral Union operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Birmingham Choral Union a registered charity?

Yes — The Birmingham Choral Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 233560.

Details

Address
6 LOUISA PLACE
BROOKFIELD ROAD
BIRMINGHAM
B18 7JL
Registration Date
18 June 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
233560
Charity Number
233560

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Trustees

Susan Houghton Chair
David Stephen Golding
Deborah Lucy Slater
Dr ANDREW MILLWARD
Also governs 2 other charities
Jane Susan Newsome
Jennifer Astley
Keziah Frances Watson
Kit Peregrin Hannah
Laura Brodrick
Lisa Peter
Valerie Munro

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • (the) Choral Union
  • Bcu

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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