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The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund

Also known as: Birmingham Philharmonic Concerto Prize, Ludlow Philharmonic Concerto Prize

The LPPF awards cash grants to the most outstanding instrumental students at The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (RBC). The RBC runs an annual concerto competition where, via a rigorous selection process, the 3 best students are selected to perform a concerto/major solo work for their instrument at the annual concerto final where an independent adjudicator awards 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes.

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Activities & Mission

The LPPF awards cash grants to the most outstanding instrumental students at The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (RBC). The RBC runs an annual concerto competition where, via a rigorous selection process, the 3 best students are selected to perform a concerto/major solo work for their instrument at the annual concerto final where an independent adjudicator awards 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes.

Grants

The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
individuals
Total spending (2023)
£4,240
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
other defined groups
What it supports
education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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

Latest Income
£2,556
Latest Expenditure
£4,240

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 165.9%
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 2023.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£12,305
£4,4220 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund

What does The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund do?

The LPPF awards cash grants to the most outstanding instrumental students at The Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (RBC). The RBC runs an annual concerto competition where, via a rigorous selection process, the 3 best students are selected to perform a concerto/major solo work for their instrument at the annual concerto final where an independent adjudicator awards 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes.

How much income did The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund report in 2023?

The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund registered as a charity?

The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 November 1978 as charity number 508141. It has been registered for 48 years.

Who runs The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund?

The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is ALASTAIR MOSELEY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund operate?

The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund a registered charity?

Yes — The Ludlow Philharmonic Prize Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 508141.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
9 November 1978
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
508141
Charity Number
508141

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Trustees

CHRIS MARSHALL BA, M MUS
Dr Shirley Thompson
Hollie Whittles
MICHAEL LLOYD
PAUL DILKES ACIFS

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Birmingham Philharmonic Concerto Prize
  • Ludlow Philharmonic Concerto Prize

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
2 November 2026
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