WANTAGE BAND
Facilitate public education and appreciation of brass band music by providing public workshops and performances in community events, competition and concerts in our local and wider area.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted cash funds of £2,611 at the year end, which is slightly above its stated reserves policy target of approximately £2,500. The charity reported total receipts of £33,821 and total payments of £33,821, resulting in a balanced financial position for the period.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity’s reserves policy is to hold approximately £2,500 so as to cover fluctuations in receipts and expenses or in the event that the cooperation from Wantage Silver Band be withdrawn.”
Trustees
- EILEEN SYKES Bandmaster
- ELEANOR TURNER
- Katherine Hawkins
- Nicholas James Collier
- Philippa Strange
- Richard Selvidge
- SAMUEL WYNE
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2026 | £34k | £34k |
| 08/02/2025 | £39k | £39k |
| 08/02/2024 | £56k | £57k |
| 08/02/2023 | £18k | £17k |
| 08/02/2022 | £119 | £0 |
Common questions
Is WANTAGE BAND financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted cash funds of £2,611 at the year end, which is slightly above its stated reserves policy target of approximately £2,500. The charity reported total receipts of £33,821 and total payments of £33,821, resulting in a balanced financial position for the period. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.