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The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society

Also known as: The Rvw Society

The Society promotes understanding of the life and work of Ralph Vaughan Williams, by encouraging the performance and recording of his music.The Society organises meetings and concerts on an occasional basis. Its recording subsidiary, Albion Records, makes and publishes recordings. The Society's work is promoted by means of the RVW Journal, published three times a year and free to members.

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Activities & Mission

The Society promotes understanding of the life and work of Ralph Vaughan Williams, by encouraging the performance and recording of his music.The Society organises meetings and concerts on an occasional basis. Its recording subsidiary, Albion Records, makes and publishes recordings. The Society's work is promoted by means of the RVW Journal, published three times a year and free to members.

Grants

The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2026)
£75,358
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
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
£67,484
Latest Expenditure
£75,358

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 111.7%
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 2026.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2026
£67,484
£75,3580 / 4
2025
£83,820
£91,0990 / 2
2024
£79,713
£59,3230 / 17
2023
£98,512
£126,3760 / 2
2022
£98,512
£126,3760 / 2

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Frequently asked questions about The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society

What does The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society do?

The Society promotes understanding of the life and work of Ralph Vaughan Williams, by encouraging the performance and recording of his music.The Society organises meetings and concerts on an occasional basis. Its recording subsidiary, Albion Records, makes and publishes recordings. The Society's work is promoted by means of the RVW Journal, published three times a year and free to members.

How much income did The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society report in 2026?

The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society reported total income of £67k and reported expenditure of £75k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society registered as a charity?

The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 April 2014 as charity number 1156614. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society?

The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society is governed by a board of 17 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOHN FRANCIS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society operate?

The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Ralph Vaughan Williams Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156614.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
10 April 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5045006
Charity Number
1156614

Trustees

JOHN FRANCIS Chair
Andrew Green
ANDREW NIGEL SLATER
Also governs 1 other charity
David Aston
Dr Michael Langston
Dr Paul Sarcich
GRAHAM MUNCY
Jonathan Robert Harold Pearson
Malcolm Riley
MARK RICHARD HAMMETT
Martin Charles Murray
Miles Croally
Ronald Evan Grames
Simon James Wright
Stephen William Owens
WILLIAM HEDLEY
WILLIAM VANN
Also governs 1 other charity

Also Known As

  • The Rvw Society

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
9 November 2026
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