HERTFORD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The principle activities of the Orchestra in the year under review are to promote live music by putting on concerts in the East Herts area including involving schools in children's and Christmas concerts, and to increase the standards of the local amateur musicians by engaging professional musicians to work and tutor.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the Orchestra reported a current year surplus of £691, bringing the accumulated fund to £51,015. The Orchestra maintains a general unrestricted fund and has a stated policy of maintaining adequate reserves to accommodate unforeseen financial circumstances. The independent examiner's report is present, confirming the financial statements give a true and fair view.
What the accounts disclose
“The Orchestra has a policy of maintaining adequate reserves to accommodate a reasonable degree of unforeseen financial circumstances” — page 9
Trustees
- ANDY MEDHURSTchair
- Andrew Pummell
- Christopher John Woodrow
- HILDA MONIQUE BLACKFORD
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £38k | £37k |
| 31/07/2024 | £30k | £31k |
| 31/07/2023 | £30k | £30k |
| 31/07/2022 | £27k | £30k |
| 31/07/2021 | £31k | £5k |
Common questions
Is HERTFORD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the Orchestra reported a current year surplus of £691, bringing the accumulated fund to £51,015. The Orchestra maintains a general unrestricted fund and has a stated policy of maintaining adequate reserves to accommodate unforeseen financial circumstances. The independent examiner's report is present, confirming the financial statements give a true and fair view. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.