Westmorland Youth Orchestra
WYO provides weekly term-time training in orchestral playing and the presentation of public concerts for young people under the age of 19, who are ordinarily resident in the former county of Westmorland.
Activities & Mission
WYO provides weekly term-time training in orchestral playing and the presentation of public concerts for young people under the age of 19, who are ordinarily resident in the former county of Westmorland.
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 | £37,734 | £43,276 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £23,820 | £36,133 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £18,906 | £38,254 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £27,618 | £33,305 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £14,851 | £29,276 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Westmorland Youth Orchestra
What does Westmorland Youth Orchestra do?
WYO provides weekly term-time training in orchestral playing and the presentation of public concerts for young people under the age of 19, who are ordinarily resident in the former county of Westmorland.
How much income did Westmorland Youth Orchestra report in 2025?
Westmorland Youth Orchestra reported total income of £38k and reported expenditure of £43k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Westmorland Youth Orchestra registered as a charity?
Westmorland Youth Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 April 1999 as charity number 1075179. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs Westmorland Youth Orchestra?
Westmorland Youth Orchestra is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is OLIVER WATES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Westmorland Youth Orchestra operate?
Westmorland Youth Orchestra operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Westmorland Youth Orchestra a registered charity?
Yes — Westmorland Youth Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1075179.
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