The London Philharmonic Trust
The general purpose of the charity is to support the objects of the London Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO). These are to promote, maintain, improve and advance education, particularly musical education and to encourage the arts, including the arts of music, drama, mem, dance and singing.
Activities & Mission
The general purpose of the charity is to support the objects of the London Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO). These are to promote, maintain, improve and advance education, particularly musical education and to encourage the arts, including the arts of music, drama, mem, dance and singing.
Grants
The London Philharmonic Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £2,501
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science
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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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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,109,049 | £2,501 | £2,501 | £3,994,186 | £108,943 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £103,593 | £11,657 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The London Philharmonic Trust
What does The London Philharmonic Trust do?
The general purpose of the charity is to support the objects of the London Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO). These are to promote, maintain, improve and advance education, particularly musical education and to encourage the arts, including the arts of music, drama, mem, dance and singing.
How much income did The London Philharmonic Trust report in 2025?
The London Philharmonic Trust reported total income of £1.11m and reported expenditure of £3k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The London Philharmonic Trust registered as a charity?
The London Philharmonic Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 July 2023 as charity number 1204080. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs The London Philharmonic Trust?
The London Philharmonic Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Laurence Johnstone Watt. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The London Philharmonic Trust operate?
The London Philharmonic Trust operates across 7 areas, including Brighton And Hove, East Sussex, Greenwich and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The London Philharmonic Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The London Philharmonic Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1204080.
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- 2 November 2026
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