BATH ABBEY MUSIC SOCIETY
Arranges and manages concerts and recitals by the Bath Abbey choirs and on the Abbey organ.Sponsors recording and production of CDs of the Abbey choirs and organ.Supports the musical education of the Abbey choirs.Provides front-of-house support for Abbey musical eventsSells CDs of Abbey music.Makes grants to Bath Abbey to fund all aspects of music.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus of £13,703 and total unrestricted reserves of £70,106. The trustees report that reserves remain healthy, exceeding the stated policy target of holding at least £30,000. The charity had no paid employees during the year, relying on trustees and volunteers for administrative functions.
What the accounts disclose
“Charitable activities 5 41,126 - 41,126 32,851” — page 9
“The Reserves Policy states that at least £30,000 should be held in a separate investment account”
Trustees
- Timothy Saunderschair
- Ann Delyth Cardy
- Asher Randall
- Emily Commander
- Peter Clement Blackmore
- Robert Adrian Underwood
- Susan Byrne
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £48k | £34k |
| 31/03/2024 | £51k | £33k |
| 31/03/2023 | £41k | £51k |
| 31/03/2022 | £24k | £21k |
| 31/03/2021 | £23k | £50k |
Common questions
Is BATH ABBEY MUSIC SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus of £13,703 and total unrestricted reserves of £70,106. The trustees report that reserves remain healthy, exceeding the stated policy target of holding at least £30,000. The charity had no paid employees during the year, relying on trustees and volunteers for administrative functions. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.