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West Of England Music And Arts

Also known as: West of England Music

West of England Music & Arts promotes music, arts and cultural activities which benefit vulnerable, disadvantaged and minority groups and those who show exceptional talent. We do this by supporting work with children, young people & adults in creating, performing, appreciating & otherwise interacting with creativity for their emotional, social, health or education benefit

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Activities & Mission

West of England Music & Arts promotes music, arts and cultural activities which benefit vulnerable, disadvantaged and minority groups and those who show exceptional talent. We do this by supporting work with children, young people & adults in creating, performing, appreciating & otherwise interacting with creativity for their emotional, social, health or education benefit

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£3,354,334
Latest Expenditure
£3,127,553

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 45.7%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 49.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 1.5%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,300,841
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £2,053,493
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,531,384
Raising Funds £2,070
Governance £44,639
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £1,594,099

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
£3,354,334
£3,127,553£1,531,384£623,023£623,023138 / 8
2024
£3,010,159
£2,613,917£855,343£396,242£396,242135 / 8

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about West Of England Music And Arts

What does West Of England Music And Arts do?

West of England Music & Arts promotes music, arts and cultural activities which benefit vulnerable, disadvantaged and minority groups and those who show exceptional talent. We do this by supporting work with children, young people & adults in creating, performing, appreciating & otherwise interacting with creativity for their emotional, social, health or education benefit

How much income did West Of England Music And Arts report in 2025?

West Of England Music And Arts reported total income of £3.35m and reported expenditure of £3.13m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was West Of England Music And Arts registered as a charity?

West Of England Music And Arts was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 2023 as charity number 1204508. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs West Of England Music And Arts?

West Of England Music And Arts is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Meeta Thareja. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does West Of England Music And Arts operate?

West Of England Music And Arts operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is West Of England Music And Arts a registered charity?

Yes — West Of England Music And Arts is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1204508.

Details

Address
LITTLE STOKE PRIMARY SCHOOL
LITTLE STOKE LANE
LITTLE STOKE
BRISTOL
BS34 6HY
Website
wema.org.uk
Registration Date
29 August 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5222691
Charity Number
1204508

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Trustees

Meeta Thareja Chair
Andrea William-Jones
Catherine Susan Freda Mrs
Also governs 1 other charity
Susan Smith

Also Known As

  • West of England Music

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30 July 2026
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