THE CHICHESTER SINGERS
Our constitution declares that the aims of the choir shall be the study and practice of choral music and the public performance of such music. Chairman's report gives details of recent activities (see accounts) and more can be found on our website www.chichestersingers.co.uk
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £79,944, which significantly exceed its stated policy target of one season's concert costs (£33,323). The charity reported a surplus of £1,757 for the year ended 31 July 2025, indicating stable financial management despite a reduction in total income compared to the prior year.
What the accounts disclose
“the choir's policy is that Reserves should be no lower than one season's concert costs. In 2024/5 our total concert costs were £33,323.” — page 9
Trustees
- Amanda Jane Hurst
- Andrew Jackson
- Carolyn Jane Roe
- Christine Harbroe-Bush
- Colin Westwood
- Hazel Gillett
- Julia Mansergh
- Rosemary Anne Hanbury
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £69k | £67k |
| 31/07/2024 | £63k | £57k |
| 31/07/2023 | £82k | £69k |
| 31/07/2022 | £59k | £62k |
| 31/07/2021 | £19k | £13k |
Common questions
Is THE CHICHESTER SINGERS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £79,944, which significantly exceed its stated policy target of one season's concert costs (£33,323). The charity reported a surplus of £1,757 for the year ended 31 July 2025, indicating stable financial management despite a reduction in total income compared to the prior year. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE CHICHESTER SINGERS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE CHICHESTER SINGERS as a grant recipient include VAUGHAN WILLIAMS FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| VAUGHAN WILLIAMS FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £2k | Public Performance |