The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust
Also known as: The Wells Cathedral Girl Chorister Trust, The Wells Fund for Girl Cathedral Choristers
This has been a year of less overt activity after 5 years of intense fundraising. Significant assistance has been provided to several girl choristers enabling them to remain in the choir. With the consent of The Chairty Commission, the objects of the Trust have been amended so that it can now support both boy and girl choristers. From 1st August 2011 it is The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust.
Activities & Mission
This has been a year of less overt activity after 5 years of intense fundraising. Significant assistance has been provided to several girl choristers enabling them to remain in the choir. With the consent of The Chairty Commission, the objects of the Trust have been amended so that it can now support both boy and girl choristers. From 1st August 2011 it is The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust.
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 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 24% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £512,266 | £158,645 | £142,579 | £2,693,791 | £15,639 | 2 / 0 |
| 2024 | £393,850 | £133,978 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £117,865 | £72,387 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £144,781 | £79,596 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £222,622 | £64,081 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust
What does The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust do?
This has been a year of less overt activity after 5 years of intense fundraising. Significant assistance has been provided to several girl choristers enabling them to remain in the choir. With the consent of The Chairty Commission, the objects of the Trust have been amended so that it can now support both boy and girl choristers. From 1st August 2011 it is The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust.
How much income did The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust report in 2025?
The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust reported total income of £512k and reported expenditure of £159k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust?
The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust has a program ratio of 27.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust registered as a charity?
The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 July 2003 as charity number 1098277. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust?
The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Arnold Wills. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust operate?
The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Wells Cathedral Chorister Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1098277.
Details
School Office
15 The Liberty
WELLS
Somerset
BA5 2ST
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Wells Cathedral Girl Chorister Trust
- The Wells Fund for Girl Cathedral Choristers
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated