BUDLEIGH MUSIC FESTIVAL
to promote musical festivals and music-related activities in the area of East Devon and particularly in Budleigh Salterton
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a financial surplus of £7,818 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with total income rising to £158,884. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves increased to £51,601, which is below the newly established policy target of approximately £64,000. The trustees confirm that resources are adequate to continue as a going concern with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“Ticket revenue from festival events 67,926” — page 11
“Raising funds 6 4,594 0 4,594 3,446” — page 7
“Based on the new policy and expenditure totals over the 3 years to 31 August 2025, the target reserves level now stands at circa 64K.”
“Ms Somerby, in her professional capacity as freelance music and drama specialist, was paid £400 in October 2024 for delivering workshops to schools for the 2024 festival, and £300 in July 2025 for delivering workshops to schools for the 2025 festival.” — page 12
“Ms Somerby, in her professional capacity as freelance music and drama specialist, was paid £400 in October 2024 for delivering workshops to schools for the 2024 festival, and £300 in July 2025 for delivering workshops to schools for the 2025 festival.” — page 12
“During the year Ms Somerby, Dr Keliher, and Mr Alpe were reimbursed for various expenses directly incurred in the administration and delivery of the Festival. In total the amounts were £326 for Ms Somerby, £90 for Dr Keliher, and £448 for Mr Alpe.” — page 12
“Ms Somerby, in her professional capacity as freelance music and drama specialist, was paid £400 in October 2024 for delivering workshops to schools for the 2024 festival, and £300 in July 2025 for delivering workshops to schools for the 2025 festival.” — page 12
“During the year Ms Somerby, Dr Keliher, and Mr Alpe were reimbursed for various expenses directly incurred in the administration and delivery of the Festival. In total the amounts were £326 for Ms Somerby, £90 for Dr Keliher, and £448 for Mr Alpe.” — page 12
Trustees
- Catherine Mary Turner - known as Kate Somerbychair
- Dr HOWELL MARTYN EVANS
- Dr Madeleine Heather Collie
- JAMES OLIVER ALPE
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £159k | £151k |
| 31/08/2024 | £118k | £122k |
| 31/08/2023 | £128k | £108k |
| 31/08/2022 | £83k | £90k |
| 30/11/2021 | £73k | £73k |
Common questions
Is BUDLEIGH MUSIC FESTIVAL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a financial surplus of £7,818 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with total income rising to £158,884. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves increased to £51,601, which is below the newly established policy target of approximately £64,000. The trustees confirm that resources are adequate to continue as a going concern with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds BUDLEIGH MUSIC FESTIVAL?
Funders whose own accounts filings name BUDLEIGH MUSIC FESTIVAL as a grant recipient include THE CLARE MILNE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CLARE MILNE TRUST | FY2024 | £8k | |
| THE CLARE MILNE TRUST | FY2022 | £5k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postcode Lottery | 30/06/2023 | £15k | Unrestricted Funding |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 26/04/2006 | £4k | "This Group Promoting The Performance Of Music And Drama In East Devon Will Organise A Project For Children Aimed At What It Was Like Growing" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 26/04/2006 | £4k | Festival 2006 |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 03/02/2005 | £3k | festival of music and drama |