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The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra

Also known as: Guildford Symphony Orchestra

The mission of the orchestra is give the playing member the opportunity to learn and engage with great pieces of music, develop their musical and personal skills as a collective group to perform these works, create performances that will entertain and educate the public, and encourage and inspire young players and performing artists.

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Activities & Mission

The mission of the orchestra is give the playing member the opportunity to learn and engage with great pieces of music, develop their musical and personal skills as a collective group to perform these works, create performances that will entertain and educate the public, and encourage and inspire young players and performing artists.

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
£44,306
Latest Expenditure
£47,422

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 107.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 107.0%
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
£44,306
£47,4220 / 20
2024
£42,154
£44,2640 / 60
2023
£34,736
£32,4570 / 60
2022
£27,512
£31,9070 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra

What does The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra do?

The mission of the orchestra is give the playing member the opportunity to learn and engage with great pieces of music, develop their musical and personal skills as a collective group to perform these works, create performances that will entertain and educate the public, and encourage and inspire young players and performing artists.

How much income did The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra report in 2025?

The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra reported total income of £44k and reported expenditure of £47k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra registered as a charity?

The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 July 1990 as charity number 803751. It has been registered for 36 years.

Who runs The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra?

The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra operate?

The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra operates in Surrey, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra a registered charity?

Yes — The Society Of The Guildford Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 803751.

Details

Address
The Beeches
11B Oliver Road
HORSHAM
West Sussex
RH12 1LH
Registration Date
19 July 1990
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
803751
Charity Number
803751

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Trustees

Abigail Claire Fairhurst
ALAN JOHN THORPE
Also governs 1 other charity
Andrew John Turner
Felicity Merryl Howgate
KATHERINE ATKINSON
Sarah Winterbotham
TIMOTHY CHARLES JOHNSON

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Guildford Symphony Orchestra

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