The Ouseley Church Music Trust
Also known as: Ouseley Trust
"To promote and maintain to a high standard the choral services of the Church of England, the Church in Wales or the Church of Ireland (whether simple or elaborate) in such way as the trustees see fit ... including the promotion of the religious, musical and secular education of pupils attending any school in which instruction in the doctrines of ... the said Churches is given ..."
Activities & Mission
"To promote and maintain to a high standard the choral services of the Church of England, the Church in Wales or the Church of Ireland (whether simple or elaborate) in such way as the trustees see fit ... including the promotion of the religious, musical and secular education of pupils attending any school in which instruction in the doctrines of ... the said Churches is given ..."
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £199,713 | £190,856 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £191,647 | £163,485 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £163,479 | £154,293 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £148,551 | £154,013 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £155,342 | £410,178 | 0 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Ouseley Church Music Trust
What does The Ouseley Church Music Trust do?
"To promote and maintain to a high standard the choral services of the Church of England, the Church in Wales or the Church of Ireland (whether simple or elaborate) in such way as the trustees see fit ... including the promotion of the religious, musical and secular education of pupils attending any school in which instruction in the doctrines of ... the said Churches is given ..."
How much income did The Ouseley Church Music Trust report in 2024?
The Ouseley Church Music Trust reported total income of £200k and reported expenditure of £191k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Ouseley Church Music Trust registered as a charity?
The Ouseley Church Music Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 December 1989 as charity number 527519. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs The Ouseley Church Music Trust?
The Ouseley Church Music Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr STEPHEN MARK Darlington MBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ouseley Church Music Trust operate?
The Ouseley Church Music Trust operates across 7 areas, including Gibraltar, Guernsey, Ireland and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Ouseley Church Music Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Ouseley Church Music Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 527519.
Details
110 Corve Street
LUDLOW
Shropshire
SY8 1DJ
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