Spelthorne Choral Society
Hon Patron: Anthea Lacey MBE Musical Director Sean Bui akin
– ANNUAL REPORT 1 August 2024 31 July 2025
Spelthorne Choral Society (hereafter known as “the Society”) is a registered charity, no. 1038485.
It is not a registered company. It can be contacted at info@spelthornechoralsociety.com and information about it can be obtained from its website at www.spelthornechoralsociety.com.
The Society’s objectives are set out in its governing document, known as the “Constitution”. This states that:
“The object of the Society is to study, rehearse and perform choral works in order to foster musical knowledge and appreciation.”
The Constitution was amended in order to restructure the committee. As a result the number of elected committee members and subsequently Trustees has reduced. The following were the Society’s Trustees for part or all of the period 1 August 2024 – 31 July 2025:
| Chair | Gillian Sloan |
|---|---|
| Deputy Chair | Janine Jones |
| Hon. Secretary | Peter Wood |
| Hon. Treasurer | Irene Smith |
| The following roles were filled by volunteers: | |
|---|---|
| Librarian | Chris Marshall |
| Concert Manager | Gwen House |
| Box Office Manager | Sue Chorley |
| Soprano Part Representative | Birdy Thomas |
| Alto Part Representative | Bobby Walker |
| Tenor and Bass Part Representative | Peter Wood |
All trustees are members of the Society and give their time voluntarily and receive no remuneration or other benefits (save those benefits of membership afforded to every member of the Society).
In planning our activities for the year, we kept in mind the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit at our Committee meetings.
The focus of our activities remains the study, rehearsal and performance of choral works in order to foster musical knowledge and appreciation. This benefits people of all ages by developing their music reading skills, training their voices, improving their breathing and breath control through the respiratory exercise performed whilst singing, and providing regular opportunities to socialize with like-minded individuals in a friendly environment. A total of 55 members attended for some or all of the year.
We welcome people of all ages regardless of their personal background, faith, gender or personal circumstances. Although we currently do not audition prospective members, we do
Registered Charity Number: 1038485
Spelthorne Choral Society
expect members to maintain the standard required for public performance as our efforts all lead towards putting on four concerts a year.
These are some of the other public benefits provided by Spelthorne Choral Society:
-
A standard membership rate that is lower than the cost of most adult education courses.
-
Special discounted membership for adults who are out of work or retired.
-
Special discounted membership for persons aged 80 and above.
-
Free membership for young adults (i.e. under 25s) to encourage them to take an interest in classical choral music.
-
Public access to choral concerts that are more affordable than those provided by commercial entertainment providers.
-
Free concert tickets for accompanied under 16s to encourage them to take an interest in classical choral music.
-
Enhancing the cultural richness of the borough by performing classical choral works (the only local choir to do so).
-
In recognition of the Borough Council grant which funded its purchase, the Society is pleased to provide free temporary loan of its staging to similar groups within the Borough of Spelthorne, and to other local groups for a small donation.
In the furtherance of the Society’s object, we rehearsed and performed the following works with professional help from our Musical Director Sean Bui, and our Accompanist, Lindsay Bridgwater:
Saturday 28 September 2024
Dream of Gerontius
In collaboration with Quire Voices and West Sussex Philharmonic Choir Accompanied by the Orpheus Sinfonia Performed at st George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle
Saturday 21 December 2024
On winter’s night Traditional Christmas carols Special guests – West London Brass
Saturday 22 March 2025
Sacred Music of the Esterhazy Court Haydn – Harmoniemesse Beethoven – Mass in C
Saturday 5 July 2025
Feel the Spirit Chilcott- A Little Jazz Mass Rutter – Feel the Spirit Todd- Three Jazz Hymns
Gillian Sloan Chairman
Registered Charity Number: 1038485
SPELTHORNE CHORAL SOCIETY
Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31[st] July 2025
Charity Number 1038485
Spelthorne Choral Society
Independent Examiners report on the Financial Statements to the Trustees of Spelthorne Choral Society
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 July 2025 set out on page 2.
Respective responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner
The Trustees, who are also the directors of the company for the purposes of company law, are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements. The Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:
-
examine the accounts under Section 145 of the 2011 Act;
-
to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
-
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of the independent examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as Trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view ' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statements below.
Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
-
which gives me reasonable cause to believe that. in any material respect, the requirements
-
to keep accounting records in accordance with Section 386 of the Companies Act 2006; and
-
oto prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of Section 396 of the Companies Act 2006 and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities.
have not been met; or
- to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts.
Mark Blackwell (ACMA) MHR Consultancy Limited Ferneberga House Alexandra Road Farnborough GU14 6DL
Date: 30[th] September 2025b
1
Spelthorne Choral Society
Accounts for the year end 31st July 2025
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Income | ||||
| Membership Subscriptions | 10,355 | 11,922 | ||
| Tickets and member donations in lieu | 19,695 | 3,762 | ||
| Programmes | 509 | 396 | ||
| Concert Refreshments | 604 | 445 | ||
| Donations | 2,012 | 142 | ||
| Tax refund - Gift Aid & GASDS | 1,963 | 1,767 | ||
| Fundraising & Social Events | 2,288 | 1,248 | ||
| Music Loan | 276 | 9 | ||
| Raffles | 210 | 234 | ||
| Interest | 260 | 319 | ||
| Advertising Revenue | 400 | 0 | ||
| External Funding | 3,228 | 0 | ||
| Other | 545 | 350 | ||
| Total Income | 42,344 | 20,592 | ||
| Expenditure | ||||
| Musical Director | 8,955 | 6,835 | ||
| Accompanist | 7,020 | 5,460 | ||
| Soloists & Orchestra | 12,593 | 3,154 | ||
| Music and Instrument Hire | 1,174 | 688 | ||
| Gifts for soloists etc | 236 | 0 | ||
| Printing, Postage and Stationery | 1,777 | 473 | ||
| Church and Hall Hire | 5,317 | 3,690 | ||
| Concert Refreshments | 384 | 226 | ||
| Making Music & Subscriptions | 459 | 584 | ||
| Other | 2,502 | 397 | ||
| Total Expenditure | 40,417 | 21,506 | ||
| Net surplus/deficit for the year | 1,928 | (914) | ||
| Cumulative surplus b/f | 7,739 | 8,653 | ||
| Cumulative surplus c/f | 9,667 | 7,739 | ||
| Represented by | ||||
| Current Account | 152 | 1,445 | ||
| Deposit Account | 9,514 | 9,459 | ||
| Debtors - HMRC [2] | 0 | (3,165) | ||
| TOTAL | 9,666 | 7,739 |
We, the undersigned, confirm that we have made all information available to MHR Consultancy Ltd and have notified same of any liabilities existing at the end of the financial year that are not shown in the accounts. We are signing for an on behalf of the trustees of the charity who have seen and approved these accounts on …………. 2025
……………………… …………………………… Gill Sloan (Chair) Irene Smith (Treasurer)
2
SPELTHORNE CHORAL SOCIETY
Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31[st] July 2025
Charity Number 1038485
Spelthorne Choral Society
Independent Examiners report on the Financial Statements to the Trustees of Spelthorne Choral Society
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 July 2025 set out on page 2.
Respective responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner
The Trustees, who are also the directors of the company for the purposes of company law, are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements. The Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:
-
examine the accounts under Section 145 of the 2011 Act;
-
to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
-
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of the independent examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as Trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view ' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statements below.
Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
-
which gives me reasonable cause to believe that. in any material respect, the requirements
-
to keep accounting records in accordance with Section 386 of the Companies Act 2006; and
-
oto prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of Section 396 of the Companies Act 2006 and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities.
have not been met; or
- to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts.
Mark Blackwell (ACMA) MHR Consultancy Limited Ferneberga House Alexandra Road Farnborough GU14 6DL
Date: 30[th] September 2025b
1
Spelthorne Choral Society
Accounts for the year end 31st July 2025
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Income | ||||
| Membership Subscriptions | 10,355 | 11,922 | ||
| Tickets and member donations in lieu | 19,695 | 3,762 | ||
| Programmes | 509 | 396 | ||
| Concert Refreshments | 604 | 445 | ||
| Donations | 2,012 | 142 | ||
| Tax refund - Gift Aid & GASDS | 1,963 | 1,767 | ||
| Fundraising & Social Events | 2,288 | 1,248 | ||
| Music Loan | 276 | 9 | ||
| Raffles | 210 | 234 | ||
| Interest | 260 | 319 | ||
| Advertising Revenue | 400 | 0 | ||
| External Funding | 3,228 | 0 | ||
| Other | 545 | 350 | ||
| Total Income | 42,344 | 20,592 | ||
| Expenditure | ||||
| Musical Director | 8,955 | 6,835 | ||
| Accompanist | 7,020 | 5,460 | ||
| Soloists & Orchestra | 12,593 | 3,154 | ||
| Music and Instrument Hire | 1,174 | 688 | ||
| Gifts for soloists etc | 236 | 0 | ||
| Printing, Postage and Stationery | 1,777 | 473 | ||
| Church and Hall Hire | 5,317 | 3,690 | ||
| Concert Refreshments | 384 | 226 | ||
| Making Music & Subscriptions | 459 | 584 | ||
| Other | 2,502 | 397 | ||
| Total Expenditure | 40,417 | 21,506 | ||
| Net surplus/deficit for the year | 1,928 | (914) | ||
| Cumulative surplus b/f | 7,739 | 8,653 | ||
| Cumulative surplus c/f | 9,667 | 7,739 | ||
| Represented by | ||||
| Current Account | 152 | 1,445 | ||
| Deposit Account | 9,514 | 9,459 | ||
| Debtors - HMRC [2] | 0 | (3,165) | ||
| TOTAL | 9,666 | 7,739 |
We, the undersigned, confirm that we have made all information available to MHR Consultancy Ltd and have notified same of any liabilities existing at the end of the financial year that are not shown in the accounts. We are signing for an on behalf of the trustees of the charity who have seen and approved these accounts on …………. 2025
……………………… …………………………… Gill Sloan (Chair) Irene Smith (Treasurer)
2