PEAK DISTRICT MUSIC CENTRES
PDMC supports and promotes the musical development, confidence and enjoyment of young people of school age in an area bounded by Buxton, Bakewell and Hope Valley by maintaining a structure of music ensembles to provide regular rehearsal opportunities; performance opportunities in both informal and public settings; and other enrichment experiences such as residentials, tours and workshops.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity finished the year with an operating deficit of £2,496, requiring a drawdown from reserves. The trustees report that reserves remained healthy but will require an injection of additional grants over the coming year to maintain financial viability.
What the accounts disclose
“A reserve slightly more than two years’ funding from the Music Hub is retained; this currently stands at £40k and is reviewed annually.” — page 7
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (14/12/2020)
Trustees
- David Brindley Mrchair
- Alison Spencer
- Dianne Kenney
- Georgina Morewood
- Louise Amanda Davis
- Ruth Silver
- SIMON MARROW
- Tara Hill
- VICTORIA GILIKER
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £49k | £60k |
| 31/08/2024 | £61k | £52k |
| 31/08/2023 | £59k | £68k |
| 31/08/2022 | £52k | £48k |
| 31/08/2021 | £30k | £34k |
Common questions
Is PEAK DISTRICT MUSIC CENTRES financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity finished the year with an operating deficit of £2,496, requiring a drawdown from reserves. The trustees report that reserves remained healthy but will require an injection of additional grants over the coming year to maintain financial viability. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 13/10/2006 | £5k | Peak District Orchestral Project |