PARC AND DARE BAND
Parc & Dare founded in 1893 in Cwmparc in the Rhondda. Its successes are legendary inc. championship prizes, hundreds of concerts performances at home and abroad; been the focus of countless journal, press articles & amassing over 250 media broadcasts, numerous cds and recordings.The band promotes the art of music making provides learning and performing opportunities to all sectors and age groups.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025 have been examined by an independent examiner who confirmed that no material matters came to their attention regarding the keeping of accounting records or the accuracy of the accounts. The examiner reported no concerns requiring further attention for a proper understanding of the financial position.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Carys Bethany Lewis
- Charlotte Kirsten Lewis
- EMYR WEBSTER
- Gareth Anderson Rolland
- Glyn Porter
- John Lewis
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £31k | £32k |
| 31/03/2024 | £9k | £11k |
| 31/03/2023 | £5k | £8k |
| 31/03/2022 | £16k | £22k |
| 31/03/2021 | £9k | £4k |
Common questions
Is PARC AND DARE BAND financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025 have been examined by an independent examiner who confirmed that no material matters came to their attention regarding the keeping of accounting records or the accuracy of the accounts. The examiner reported no concerns requiring further attention for a proper understanding of the financial position. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 20/12/2006 | £50k | "Life Divine" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 20/04/2005 | £12k | Parc and Dare Band VE Day 60th Anniversary Tribute |