The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust
Also known as: Ripon Cathedral Music Trust
- promote and advance the education of the public in the art of music, particularly (but not exclusively) at or in connection with Ripon Cathedral;- to promote and advance the Christian religion and public worship connected with it through the support of music at or in connection with Ripon Cathedral;
Activities & Mission
- promote and advance the education of the public in the art of music, particularly (but not exclusively) at or in connection with Ripon Cathedral;- to promote and advance the Christian religion and public worship connected with it through the support of music at or in connection with Ripon Cathedral;
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 45% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K (sample: 47). How is this calculated?
Higher than 27% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 8% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £39,880 | £120,923 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £62,363 | £105,107 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £51,929 | £93,526 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £136,214 | £49,635 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £633,869 | £37,338 | £30,530 | £1,867,665 | £23,168 | 0 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust
What does The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust do?
- promote and advance the education of the public in the art of music, particularly (but not exclusively) at or in connection with Ripon Cathedral;- to promote and advance the Christian religion and public worship connected with it through the support of music at or in connection with Ripon Cathedral;
How much income did The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust report in 2024?
The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust reported total income of £40k and reported expenditure of £121k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust?
The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust has a program ratio of 4.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 45% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K (sample of 47 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust registered as a charity?
The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 December 2013 as charity number 1154957. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust?
The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIR ANDREW PETER LAWSON-TANCRED. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust operate?
The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust operates in North Yorkshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Ripon Cathedral Music Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1154957.
Details
C/O RIPON CATHEDRAL OFFICES
LIBERTY COURTHOUSE
MINSTER ROAD
RIPON
NORTH YO
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Ripon Cathedral Music Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated