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The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust

THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE MUSICAL EDUCATION OF MANKIND AND IN PARTICULAR THE PROMOTION, ENCOURAGEMENT OR SUPPORT OF THE STUDY AND PRACTICE AND PERFORMANCE OF ORCHESTRAL MUSIC BY THE ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA.

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Activities & Mission

THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE MUSICAL EDUCATION OF MANKIND AND IN PARTICULAR THE PROMOTION, ENCOURAGEMENT OR SUPPORT OF THE STUDY AND PRACTICE AND PERFORMANCE OF ORCHESTRAL MUSIC BY THE ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA.

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

Islington

Financial Information

Latest Income
£117,363
Latest Expenditure
£4,042

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 3.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 3.4%
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
£117,363
£4,0420 / 0
2024
£118,427
£2,1400 / 0
2023
£108,000
£2,4050 / 0
2022
£108,043
£1,0200 / 0
2021
£108,180
£9000 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust

What does The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust do?

THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE MUSICAL EDUCATION OF MANKIND AND IN PARTICULAR THE PROMOTION, ENCOURAGEMENT OR SUPPORT OF THE STUDY AND PRACTICE AND PERFORMANCE OF ORCHESTRAL MUSIC BY THE ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA.

How much income did The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust report in 2025?

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust reported total income of £117k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust registered as a charity?

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 May 1964 as charity number 232370. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust?

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIR PETER ELLWOOD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust operate?

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust operates in Islington, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 232370.

Details

Address
15 RUTHERFORD WAY
WEMBLEY PARK
LONDON
HA9 0BP
Registration Date
6 May 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
232370
Charity Number
232370

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Trustees

SIR PETER ELLWOOD Chair
Andrew Jeffrey STOREY
Also governs 1 other charity
CHARLES PHILIP FAIRWEATHER
Also governs 2 other charities
JOHN ELLIS BIMSON

Sectors & Classifications

Arts

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14 May 2026
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