KINGSTON CHORAL SOCIETY
Kingston Choral Society was formed in 1949 and has 120-130 singers. Concerts are usually held in Kingston Parish Church. It performs four concerts a year covering a wide range of music from Bach to Gershwin and often performs with professional orchestras and high calibre soloists. There are occasional workshops and regular social and fundraising events are held.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted free reserves increased significantly to £28,839, exceeding the previous year's £9,515. The Trustees' report notes that finances performed better than budgeted overall, driven by higher subscription revenue and audience numbers. This improved financial position allows the charity to pursue a more ambitious programme in the coming year.
What the accounts disclose
“As a voluntary organisation managed by its members, Kingston Choral Society’s main source of income is member subscriptions.” — page 4
“The Trustees have set a policy whereby the unrestricted free reserves held by the Society should be sufficient to cover between 3 and 6 months of operating costs.” — page 13
Trustees
- Dr Kingsley Nortonchair
- Jane Harnden
- Jeanette Hull
- Kate Cockle
- PETER WICKENDEN
- Sarah Moreton
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £77k | £63k |
| 31/07/2024 | £51k | £49k |
| 31/07/2023 | £44k | £43k |
| 31/07/2022 | £15k | £18k |
| 31/07/2021 | £17k | £14k |
Common questions
Is KINGSTON CHORAL SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted free reserves increased significantly to £28,839, exceeding the previous year's £9,515. The Trustees' report notes that finances performed better than budgeted overall, driven by higher subscription revenue and audience numbers. This improved financial position allows the charity to pursue a more ambitious programme in the coming year. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.