THE HIGHGATE CHORAL SOCIETY
The objects of the Highgate Choral Society are the advancement of the art and culture of music by the presentation of concerts and other ancillary activities. We generally give 3 choral concerts each year in November, March and July at various north London venues, and a Family Carol Concert at St Michael's Church, Highgate in December. We rehearse on Monday evening during the academic year.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a General Fund surplus of £16,674, bringing total unrestricted reserves to £66,995. The trustees report that the organisation is in a 'very good position' to face the future with confidence, supported by total net assets of £76,576.
What the accounts disclose
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (08/04/2022)
Trustees
- Ali Brodie
- Alison Paterson
- Ashitey Kwame Nii-Amaa Ollennu
- Caroline Dove
- Diana Muggleston
- Dr EMILY JANE LUCY FINCH
- Dr Felicity Dirmeik
- Luke Eyre Randolph
- RICHARD IAN GOURLAY
- Ursula Susan Taylor
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £189k | £176k |
| 31/08/2024 | £122k | £120k |
| 31/08/2023 | £141k | £138k |
| 31/08/2022 | £103k | £109k |
| 31/08/2021 | £56k | £4k |
Common questions
Is THE HIGHGATE CHORAL SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a General Fund surplus of £16,674, bringing total unrestricted reserves to £66,995. The trustees report that the organisation is in a 'very good position' to face the future with confidence, supported by total net assets of £76,576. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE HIGHGATE CHORAL SOCIETY?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE HIGHGATE CHORAL SOCIETY as a grant recipient include VAUGHAN WILLIAMS FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| VAUGHAN WILLIAMS FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £1k | Public Performance |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/04/2008 | £10k | Promotion of New Music and Concert of Knight's Work |