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The Orpington Chorale

We give three concerts a year in the local community church, At the Spring concert, we perform a major work with or without orchestra. A Summer concert of lighter classical music. A Christmas concert which includes a shorter major work/Christmas music together with Christmas carols. We hold retiring collections at the end of Christmas and Summer concerts for local charities.

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Activities & Mission

We give three concerts a year in the local community church, At the Spring concert, we perform a major work with or without orchestra. A Summer concert of lighter classical music. A Christmas concert which includes a shorter major work/Christmas music together with Christmas carols. We hold retiring collections at the end of Christmas and Summer concerts for local charities.

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
£16,274
Latest Expenditure
£15,669

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 96.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 96.3%
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
£16,274
£15,6690 / 0
2024
£17,823
£15,6190 / 50
2023
£15,816
£17,8610 / 45

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Orpington Chorale

What does The Orpington Chorale do?

We give three concerts a year in the local community church, At the Spring concert, we perform a major work with or without orchestra. A Summer concert of lighter classical music. A Christmas concert which includes a shorter major work/Christmas music together with Christmas carols. We hold retiring collections at the end of Christmas and Summer concerts for local charities.

How much income did The Orpington Chorale report in 2025?

The Orpington Chorale reported total income of £16k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Orpington Chorale registered as a charity?

The Orpington Chorale was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 December 1999 as charity number 1078442. It has been registered for 27 years.

Who runs The Orpington Chorale?

The Orpington Chorale is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Helen Priest. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Orpington Chorale operate?

The Orpington Chorale operates in Bromley, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Orpington Chorale a registered charity?

Yes — The Orpington Chorale is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1078442.

Details

Address
19 Oakhill Road
Orpington
Kent
BR6 0AE
Registration Date
2 December 1999
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3967320
Charity Number
1078442

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Trustees

Helen Priest Chair
Anne James
Diana El-Agraa
Jackie Low
John Miles
Margaret Conway
Theresa Ansett
Wendy Swan

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