Skip to main content Skip to navigation

The Southern Early Music Forum

Also known as: Southern Early Music Forum

The advancement of the study, practice and appreciation of the art and science of music, and in particular of 'Early Music', eg by organising workshops, lectures, courses etc, both live and online, and by disseminating information relating to early music to SEMF members and others. SEMF is one of 9 UK regional Early Music Fora; our main area of operation is the south and south east of England.

Email Charity

Activities & Mission

The advancement of the study, practice and appreciation of the art and science of music, and in particular of 'Early Music', eg by organising workshops, lectures, courses etc, both live and online, and by disseminating information relating to early music to SEMF members and others. SEMF is one of 9 UK regional Early Music Fora; our main area of operation is the south and south east of England.

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.

Show all 10 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£8,128
Latest Expenditure
£8,112

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 99.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 99.8%
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 2023.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£10,105
£11,7670 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Southern Early Music Forum

What does The Southern Early Music Forum do?

The advancement of the study, practice and appreciation of the art and science of music, and in particular of 'Early Music', eg by organising workshops, lectures, courses etc, both live and online, and by disseminating information relating to early music to SEMF members and others. SEMF is one of 9 UK regional Early Music Fora; our main area of operation is the south and south east of England.

How much income did The Southern Early Music Forum report in 2023?

The Southern Early Music Forum reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Southern Early Music Forum registered as a charity?

The Southern Early Music Forum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2022 as charity number 1197797. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs The Southern Early Music Forum?

The Southern Early Music Forum is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Southern Early Music Forum operate?

The Southern Early Music Forum operates across 10 areas, including Brighton And Hove, East Sussex, Hampshire and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Southern Early Music Forum a registered charity?

Yes — The Southern Early Music Forum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1197797.

Details

Address
109 Kent Road
Halling
ROCHESTER
Kent
ME2 1AT
Registration Date
4 February 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5190875
Charity Number
1197797

Is this your charity?

Add your logo, photos and tell the story behind the numbers in your own words. Free for our first 50 launch partners.

Claim this listing Learn more about premium profiles

Trustees

DOROTHY CLAIRE SHARPLES
Dr DAVID JAMES SHAW
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Doreen van Seenus
Heather Gibbard
Janet Irene Gascoine
Jennifer Mary Frost
Malcolm Thomas Keeler
MARY ROSE KNIGHT
Philip Michael Sharples
TIMOTHY JAMES SAMUELSON

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Southern Early Music Forum

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
14 May 2026
Report a data issue