Welwyn Garden City Music Society
Also known as: Welwyn Garden City Orchestra and Chorus
The Society consists of an Orchestra and Chorus. Membership is open to all comers without audition. Members learn and rehearse music with the objective of providing four public concerts per year. The Orchestra invites all comers to an open rehearsal free of charge. Occasionally, the Chorus runs an open singing course. The Society supports local charities by performing carols at Christmas time.
Activities & Mission
The Society consists of an Orchestra and Chorus. Membership is open to all comers without audition. Members learn and rehearse music with the objective of providing four public concerts per year. The Orchestra invites all comers to an open rehearsal free of charge. Occasionally, the Chorus runs an open singing course. The Society supports local charities by performing carols at Christmas time.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £15,018 | £16,164 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £16,891 | £15,400 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £20,638 | £15,159 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £18,266 | £14,198 | 0 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Welwyn Garden City Music Society
What does Welwyn Garden City Music Society do?
The Society consists of an Orchestra and Chorus. Membership is open to all comers without audition. Members learn and rehearse music with the objective of providing four public concerts per year. The Orchestra invites all comers to an open rehearsal free of charge. Occasionally, the Chorus runs an open singing course. The Society supports local charities by performing carols at Christmas time.
How much income did Welwyn Garden City Music Society report in 2025?
Welwyn Garden City Music Society reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Welwyn Garden City Music Society registered as a charity?
Welwyn Garden City Music Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 December 1984 as charity number 290194. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs Welwyn Garden City Music Society?
Welwyn Garden City Music Society is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robert Steven Hughes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Welwyn Garden City Music Society operate?
Welwyn Garden City Music Society operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Welwyn Garden City Music Society a registered charity?
Yes — Welwyn Garden City Music Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 290194.
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WELWYN
Hertfordshire
AL6 0LZ
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