The Orchestra Of The Swan

To promote and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects.

Activities & Mission

To promote and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects.

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.

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£671,801

Latest Expenditure

£668,427

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 99.5%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 8.7%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £96,854

Charitable Activities £489,628

Other Trading £25,367

Investments £291

Other Income £59,661

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £668,427

Raising Funds £0

Governance £58,178

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£671,801	£668,427	£668,427	£87,827	£87,827	8 / 10
2024	£728,826	£727,025	£727,025	£84,453	£84,453	9 / 10
2023	£696,449	£694,300	£694,300	£82,652	£82,652	8 / 10
2022	£759,828	£754,450	£717,764	£80,503	£80,503	6 / 10
2021	£562,245	£538,745	£502,243	£75,125	£75,125	6 / 10

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Frequently asked questions about The Orchestra Of The Swan

What does The Orchestra Of The Swan do?

To promote and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects.

How much income did The Orchestra Of The Swan report in 2025?

The Orchestra Of The Swan reported total income of £672k and reported expenditure of £668k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Orchestra Of The Swan registered as a charity?

The Orchestra Of The Swan was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 March 1998 as charity number 1068570. It has been registered for 28 years.

Who runs The Orchestra Of The Swan?

The Orchestra Of The Swan is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Orchestra Of The Swan operate?

The Orchestra Of The Swan operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Orchestra Of The Swan a registered charity?

Yes — The Orchestra Of The Swan is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1068570.