SCARBOROUGH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
To advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's financial position is healthy, with income for the year exceeding expenditure. Reserves held amount to £54,381, which the trustees explain are used to future-proof costs for at least three years and improve the quality of performances. The charity identifies main risks including the loss of sponsorship, declining membership, and external disruptions.
What the accounts disclose
“Reserves are held to future proof costs for at least three years as planning requires booking of players and resources often that far ahead.”
“SSO Productions Ltd for Orchestra Tax Relief (OTR) purposes”
Trustees
- Richard Sigsworthchair
- Amanda Frances Dean Morrell
- CATHERINE WEBSTER
- Imogen Bright Lloyd
- Julie Alder
- MR TONY MASON
- OLWEN LUMSDEN
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £33k | £26k |
| 31/08/2024 | £33k | £16k |
| 31/08/2023 | £28k | £20k |
| 31/08/2022 | £24k | £24k |
| 31/08/2021 | £4k | £84 |
Common questions
Is SCARBOROUGH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's financial position is healthy, with income for the year exceeding expenditure. Reserves held amount to £54,381, which the trustees explain are used to future-proof costs for at least three years and improve the quality of performances. The charity identifies main risks including the loss of sponsorship, declining membership, and external disruptions.