THE WESTMORLAND ORCHESTRA TRUSTEES, REPORT AND RECEIPTS & PAYMENTS ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30JUNE 2025 to advance. improv&. develop and maintain public education in. and appr8ciation of. the art and science ol music in all its Bspects by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentaiion of pubtic concerts and REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1201505 PRINCIPALADDRESS 47SandesCourt S8ndes Avenue Kendal LA9 4LN TRUSTEES J Donally I Crossley B Siarling J Gascoigne H Milligan E Williams L Hunter A Lockley A Aobb lco-opted to the committee 13104120251 Chalr Hon Secretary Hon Treasurer MUSIC DIRECTOR MTay LEADER P Redman INDEPENDENT EXAMINER G Clifford-Perkins FCA
THE WESTMORLAND ORCHESTIIA Charity Number 1201505 TRUSTEES. ANNUAL REPORT for the period ended 30 June 2025 THE OBJECTS OFTHE CHARITY The Articlès state thatthe Objects ol rhe Charitable Incorporated Organisation ICIOI shall be.. to a(Jvance. improve, develop and maintain public education in, and apprec18tion of, the art and scienc8 of musi¢ in 811 its aspects by any mèans the irustees see fit. includingthrough the presentaiion of public concerts anij recitals. PUBLIC BENEFIT In makingdecisions on the work of The Westmorland Orchestra, the Committee has had regard to the guidance on public benefit 188ued by the Charity Commission. The Orchestra seNes the public in generally, but in praetice those who live in or near KenLlal. It provides opportunities for people io participate in making music to a high standard by playing with the orchestra and to enjoy it by attending concerts in the area. CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES Roport ofthe Chalw on b•haltof tho Commlttoo The 2024125 Season sawthe WÉslmorl8nd Orchestra continue in its mission to 8ducatÈ its members and the widerwestmorland and Cumbria community. New Music Director Melvin Tay's first full Season with the orchestra is already demonstrating results in terms of a bold ¢hoice of 8 repertoire and iri the enthu8i8sm of members, aitend8nce and numbers. In its tttree concerts, the orchestra tackl8d major symphonic masterpieces in works byTchaikovsky, Shostakovi¢h and Stravinsky as well as introducing a new soloist to Kendal aL¢dien¢es with Leora Cohen giving 8 mastertul pertormance ol the Sibelius Violin Concerto. The December Familylchristmas concert was also a huge hit with the orchestra and an audience of 8118gos, with the much delayed Scary Fairylinally delivered together with local narrator Matt Berry. The concerts were reasonablywell attended and it seemsthat the members 8nd audience enjoy the ambience and acoustics of Kendal Parish Church, where two of the concerts were played. Critical acclaim noied.thtr orchestra clearly enjoys a good relationship with Melvin Tay and the success of Ihis concen was due to hls clear direetion and p18yers' response" A number of new Patron$ were recruited during th8 year, helping to boost income and to spread the word of the orchestra's activities. The orchestra now boa8ts a regular membership of around 60 players, making it Cumbria's largest classical 8nsemble. Underthe leadership and directlon of Melvln Tay and L88der Pamela Redman, we increased the number and range of 'sectional' rehearsals. Individual sÉ¢tions of the orchèstra were tuloreil and mentored by expert proféssional piactilioners and these were well attended. The 2024 summtrr playing sessions tackled important tymphonies by Tchaikovsty and Rachm8ninov as well as some lighter or¢hestral favouriies under two conductors. These sesslons are a vlt81 wayto keep the members active durlngthe summer break from concerts as well as a means to attract ngw members. 175 musicians 8ttended over the four sessions. A full day Study and playlhrough of Shosiakovich's 5th Symphonywas also well attended in Grange-ovèr-sands in September, gettingthe new season off lo a blaiing start. The successful season is gttributed to the haid work oythe Trustèes and Oihervolunteèrs arnOng the membership who 8nable ihe smooth running and deliveryof our concerts.. the m8ny loglstical elements
THE WESTMORLAND ORCHESTRA Charity Number 1201505 TRUSTEES. ANNUAL REPORT for the period ended 30 June 2025 includfj rehearsal schedullng. SOLrrcing muslc and additlonal players, publicity, website management, ticketing, production of excellent programmes. linancl81 management. All fhÉse activitles are conducted by our dedicated and loyal volunteer members without whom we could ntst delNer the quality pertormances that our members and public enjoy so much. Particular thanks this yeargo to oijtgoing Treasurer Bridget Starlingfor all her efforts over recent years. We look forward to increasing our number ofconcerts to four in the Coming season and hope to spread thejoy and value of taking part in, or listeningio, orchestral musi¢ to an even L4rgeraudience In 2025126. CONSTITUTION The Westmorland Orchèstra is a CharilablÈ Incorporated Orgènisètion. governed by its constitution which follows the"Association model. of the Charitycommission. The Westmorland Orchestra CIO was registered on 5J8nuary 2023 in orderto 18ke over thts as8ets and opeialions of The Westmorland Orchestra (registered number 5023391. the predecessor charity. The new constitution refle¢ts as closely as possible the Constitution of the predecessor, unincorporated essociaiion. The members of the Orchestra pay a membership subscription and 8re eligible to vote at General Meetings of the Orchestra. Almost all members also play in the Or¢hestra. The Westmorland Orchestra is govern8d by 8 committee elected by the Orchestra Membership from amongst their numbei. The Constitution requires th8t there be at least three Trustees. The committee meets S8veral times In each lerm. at the discretion of the members, in order to manage the Orchesira. In accordance with the contUtIon a Chair is appointed who will ¢hair meetings of the Committeè and of the Membership. In accordance with the established prgciice of the We8tmorl8nd Orchestra, the Chair 81so ¢o-ordlnates the running of the Orchestr2. In 8¢cordance with the established practice ol The Westmoriand Orchesiia land the constitution of the predecessor charity), an Honorary Secretaryand HonoraryTreasurer are also appointed. In addition to the work ol the Committee. some significant tasks are undertaken byothar members which helps with the management ofthe WestmorL&nd Orthera Grarji applicaiions -Fixing" Programme and poster deslÉn Publlc relation8 Ticketing Staging Patrons Programme notes Posterlbanner printing and hanng Rehears81 land concert) retreshments
THE WESTMORLAND ORCHESTRA Charity Number 1207505 TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT foi the period ended 30 June 2025 The Wesimorland Orchestra is 8 member of Makingmusic, an organisation which"hÉlps leisvre-tim6 music to flourish. The committee Ereatly appreciates guidance from Making Music on consiitLrtional and administrative matters. The Orchestra rehearses at Casiie Street Community Cenire in Kendal. The Centre Manèger is always supportive and accommodales last-minLtte changes of plan and extra requirements whenever possible. Concerts hove traditionally been held ai Kendal L8isure Centre and more occasionally at Kendal Parish Church. The service provided by the Leisure Cerbtre has declinBd but the cost has increased,. in the short term more concerts are likely to be at the church. Contacts are ma5ntained with other musical groups Sn the area. including Lakeland SinfoniB. Cumbria Festlval Chorus. Haffner Orchostra. Lakè District Music Summer Festival and othgrs. RISK ASSESSMENT The Committee has considered the major risks to which the charity is exposed and sought to address them. This is done by keeping policies up to date (led bythe Honorary Secretary) and maintaining insur8nce Cover. Followingihe experiences ofwinter 2023-24. the Committee ha8 de¢ided to increase ihe level of insurance cover. The growrh in membership and successluL8rani 8ppIIc8tion$ have strengthened the tinanclal posrtion of the ch8rity and Reserves ore healthy. Changes to classical music provision across Cumbria are being monitored. L8keland Sinfonia are working less closelywith Northern Sinfonia. who 8re now being promoted by Better IKend8t Leisurtr Centretthe Sand81 and professlonal orchestras are doing outreach work In the county. FINANCIAL REPORT The Committee iniends to retain a fvn(fs equivaleTrtto onè year of 8xpenditure. or £24.000. Reserves are consid&r8bly higherthan this and the Committee h#s been able io lix members. subscrlptions and ticket prices as well astryingout a different Pattern of concerts with ambitious programming in the coming season. The Importance of adequate insurance was demonstrated durlngthe previous year and the policy was upgraded on renewal. Costs this year have noi reduced-wh8n do ih8y ever?. but seem io have stabilised for now. The Summer oy 2024 sawthe fourth serles of Open Pldying Sessions. This was a slightly quieter year, but still positive in finanei8lterms 88 well as musically.12025, since ihe end ol the reporting period. h8s bean excellentl. As foretold in last year's Rgport. the remainder of the Orchestra'8 funds was trBnsferre(J from the old charity in September 2024. resulting in apparently very high receipts Sn the year. Settingtttai 88ide, receipts have in¢reased in total and in all areas 8part from grènt, whlch is m05t satlsf8ctory.
THE WESTMORLAND ORCHESTRA Charity Number 1201505 TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT forthe period ended 30 June 2025 Charitable Activities remaln the main area of income generation. This year. ticket sa16s of £70,613 have comfortably overtaken membership subscriptions. It mtsst be remembered that the c8ncellatlon of the December 2023 concert did depress the ticket sales in the comparativa period. Subscriptions did not increase this year. so Ihe higher flgure rellects continued growth in a¢tive membership. Thi8 has b$trn obvious at concerts in the wonderful large sirlng Section, which suits our repertoire weu. Income from Grants is very varl8ble as they are individually large sums of money. The Orchestra continues to lake opportunities to apply for grants as this extra source of income supports ambitious repertoire ¢hoices. The first claim for Orchestra Tax Relief, based on reh8arsal costs of thr8e concerts in the year toJune 2024 lev8n ihough one was cancelled) coniribuied £5.150 which compensates for the reduction in grant8 received. This will be 8 continuing source of income. but the rate of Relief has reduced during the year which will restrict next year's receipt. As noted last year we have developed plans for change in the 2025126 season. There wlll befour concerts. instead ol the traditional three. but with 8 raiher than 10 rehearsal each. Thus rehear881 Costs will be broadly similar. The inevitable incrgase in concert day costs should be balanced by ticket takings for 4 Concerts. In order to accommodate four concerts. we have (ostthe tra(Jitional Christmas slot!_The first concert ol the next season will be in November. But we do have a-f8mily concert. in january. Freed from Christmas constraints this will be"Around the Worl(J in 80 MinLrtes", featuring music from diflorent cultures. This enhances the tyelivery of the charity's Educational Objective. STATEMENT OF COMMITtEE'S RESPONSIBILITIES The Trustees are responsiblè for kgeping proper accounting record$ that disclose with reasonable accuracy ai anytime the financi8t position of the charity and enable th6rn to 8nsure that Ihe financial statements complywith the Charities Act 2011, the Chaiity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the Constitution. They are also responsible lor saleguardingth8 assets of the eharlty and hence for taklng reasonabte steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularitles. Approved by rhe Committee and signed on..... . 1sULK So . J Donally Ch8ir J Crossl8y Hon Secret8ry
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORTTO THE TRUSTEES OF THE WEsTMORND CHARITY (Number 12015051 On accounts forthe period ended 30 June 2024 Set out on pages 6 to 8 Respon8ibllitlg8 and bas1$ of tho r•port I rtrport to the Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity l.the CIO.) fortho pèriod ended 30June 2025. The Committee of the CIO is responsible for the preparaiion of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Aci 2011 1.the Act.). I report in respect of my examination of Ihe CIO'S accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in Carrying out my examinaiion. I have followed the applicable Direction$ glven bythe Charity Commission under section 145(5llbl of the Act. Independent Examiner's Statement I have completed my examination. I confirm thai no material matters have Come to my alt&ntion in connection with the examination which glves me c8USa to believe that in. any mèterlal respect.. accounting records were not kept in gccordance with s8Ction 130 of the Act or the accounts do not accord with the accounting records I have no concerns and hav@ come across no Other mattars in Connectlon wlth the examination to which attention should be dr8wn in order to enable a proper understanijing ol the accounts to be reached. Dat• ! S . Nome G CliffoTd-Perkins FCA
THE WESTMORiAND ORCHEsfRA CIO ASSEfs ANO LIA8IUTIES YEAR ENDED 30JUNE 2025 YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025 Restrlcted Funds Period ended 30 June 2024 Ger¥eral Fund$ General Funds TOTAL Restrlrted Funds ASSETS TOTAL Bank Account5 CAF Current Accourt CAF DeposltAccount 4,702 55.981 4,702 56,106 125 8.461 8.551 CASH FUNDS AT THE END OF THE YEAR 125 60,683 8.461 8,551 OTHER AssEfSAND LIABLITIES DebtOf5 Orchestro ToxRel Venue de 5.313 sits 5.313 Parish Church INovember & March) Mts5icHireln odvance Bartok INovemberl Sumrner Sesslons Wise Music 5,150 5.150 206 434 434 20 20 579 Other A55ets at the end of the year 579 5.973 5,973 579 5,150 5,729 IIABIUTIE5 Mu&cFlire Weber &Tthaik estimate Kendal Lelsure Centre IDecl MTP Media late Invoi Castle St late invtyce Concert venuehlre 326 326 1cK) 1,5LXI ramme5 146 146 room hire 45 Llabllltles at the end of the year 1,646 1,646 326 326 Si8ned norary surer thair Date NOTES Funds Re5tritted Funds onsoshi Donations receheil to $p)rt membErs Who wuoldothe5e not be et0 playwith the orchestra. £150 was received during the perl(NJ. £85 transferred to General fund5 represÈntS $Upkh for 3 membèrs for part of theyearor part of the substriDtion. GenÈralFunds Other Geneml Funds - Other assets ofthe Orchestra are to be used at the dlseretlon of the Commlttee in pursano olthe Objects of the Charltya5 explalTred in the Trustees, Annual Report.