All Frequencies Sound Collective Trustee’s Report 2025
Introduction
2025 has been an extraordinary year for All Frequencies Sound Collective (AFSC). The charity, and those who attend its workshops, have achieved remarkable milestones. From launching the new AFSC Studio Space, to collective members performing live in public, to welcoming special guests — 2025 has been a year of consolidation, growth, and achievement. All Trustees look forward to an exciting 2026.
National Lottery Community Fund
In late 2024, the Trustees learned from The National Lottery Community Fund that All Frequencies Sound Collective would be granted £20,000 for the purpose of securing a fixed space for AFSC workshops, enabling the charity to continue to deliver the goals and purpose as outlined in its constitution:
“For the public benefit, to preserve and protect the good mental health of those experiencing, or at risk of experiencing poor mental health, by the means of the provision of free music lessons.” (AFSC 2023)
As AFSC was so well received in 2023 by The Recovery College Partnership Newcastle (ReCoCo), and by the service users who attend ReCoCo for mental health and addictions support, the Trustees agreed that renting dedicated space within ReCoCo would be the most appropriate venue to continue the charity’s work.
The Trustees also noted that ReCoCo is a key collaborative partner with the North East North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (NENC ICB) in Community Mental Health Transformation. This ensures AFSC remains closely aligned — both geographically and strategically — with developments in community mental health services over the next decade.
As a result, AFSC has rented a studio space within ReCoCo until January 2027.
Increasing Capacity and Access
Record of Access and Attendance
| Year | Number of workshops | Attendance (Year) |
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| 2023 | 17 | 109 |
| 2024 | 26 | 136 |
| 2025 | 40* | 168 (198*) |
*Figure includes scheduled workshops until end of calendar year
**Attendence up to and including 16/11/2025
***Projected attendance at end of calendar year 2025
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As shown in the table above, having access to a dedicated studio space has had a profoundly positive impact on both access and attendance.
In 2025, AFSC delivered almost 54% more workshops than in 2024, and attendance increased by 46%, due to the following improvements:
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No calendar clashes with other ReCoCo users
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No set up/tear down time, increasing flexibility for Trustees
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24/7 access to the studio, allowing sessions at any time without requiring ReCoCo staff onsite
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Sunday sessions remain the preference, but midweek sessions have also been delivered
The attendees of AFSC have said of the extra sessions:
“I appreciate the extra sessions, because you can surprise yourself.”
“In the lead up to the gig at the Globe, having extra sessions enabled me to develop what I would play”
“I haven’t been able to attend [the midweek sessions] Sunday is best for me”
“It’s good to have that option of more sessions. Music and music as therapy is so important to me.”
The attendees of AFSC workshops have said of the new studio space:
“The room is much more comfortable and feels like ‘our’ space…there is more scope to collaborate”
“It’s too good to be true!”
“It’s great to have dedicated space for our group. Everything is ordered , ready and familiar. We’ve all got to know the group better as a result.”
Estates and Equipment
When AFSC first collected the keys for the new studio space at ReCoCo, it was entirely unfurnished. To enable workshops to continue immediately, AFSC gratefully received a
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donation of seven tables and twenty chairs from Northumberland Tyne and Wear Solutions. This donation allowed all stations to be properly seated and functional from day one.
Because AFSC no longer needs to constantly transport and dismantle delicate equipment, the number of items damaged or scrapped has reduced significantly. In the first two years, AFSC had to dispose of:
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2× headphones – ~£10 each
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2× synthesizers – ~£125 each
In 2025, AFSC incurred only:
- 1× headphones – ~£10
Thanks to the permanent studio, the Trustees installed patching and wiring that allows attendees to record and play back their work from any workstation. This has reduced the need for last-minute cabling and eliminated trailing wires, reducing the risk of slips and trips.
An intercom has also been installed, allowing attendees to contact Trustees directly upon arrival. This has significantly reduced access issues.
The fixed studio has also enabled AFSC to offer refreshments — tea, coffee, soft drinks, and biscuits — using the studio fridge and a donated water boiler. Previously, the availability of refreshments in the shared ReCoCo kitchenette was inconsistent, and AFSC had no secure place to store supplies. This improvement has been warmly welcomed by attendees.
Donations
Although financial donations in 2025 were limited, AFSC received extraordinarily generous material donations from the estate of a local music promoter and from UK techno producer Clark. The estimated combined value exceeds £2,000.
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A stereo system from the promoter’s estate now allows attendees to share their music with peers and collaborate within the room.
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Clark donated a complete Eurorack synthesiser, giving attendees access to a professional and expansive modular system.
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- Clark additionally donated an empty Eurorack case, enabling AFSC to curate its own modular setup in the future when funding allows.
Feedback on the Recently Donated Gear
“Superb.”
“It’s class having monitors/playback, CD and vinyl options — it’s unreal.”
“It’s always good to have more ways of expressing our musicality with new gear.”
Actualisation, Collaboration and Great Experiences
Since its inception in 2023, AFSC has maintained a presence on Instagram. While the page promotes workshops and raises awareness, it also combats the cliché — albeit a true one — that many electronic musicians never share their work publicly.
The Instagram account allows attendees, with consent, to share their music with the world. This remains a highly valued aspect of many workshops.
In 2025, AFSC collaborated with Northern Tape , an independent cassette label in Sunderland, to host an all-day music event at The Globe, Newcastle. Three AFSC attendees performed ten-minute sets in front of a live audience, alongside two Trustees.
AFSC has also been in communication with The Little Buildings music venue in Newcastle, and an AFSC Electronic Music Open Mic (EMOM) event is scheduled for 18 January 2026 , featuring primarily workshop attendees but open to local musicians as well.
A major highlight of the year was a visit from Matt Black of Ninja Tune Records and one half of Coldcut, together with Dinaz, Director of “Ninja Activism”. Matt delivered a talk on his musical journey and demonstrated his app, JammPro . The workshop was very well attended, and the visit was deeply appreciated by all participants.
Aspirations and Goals for 2026 and Beyond
2025 has been an excellent year for AFSC. However, the Trustees intend to expand access, reach more people, and overcome the constraints that limited growth in 2025.
AFSC aims to increase attendance by ensuring the studio is open more frequently. Every day the studio lies unused represents lost potential, and addressing this is a core priority.
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The aim for 2026 is to facilitate increased attendance from people in the community who experience mental ill-health.
How We Will Do This
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Collaborate with more organisations that support individuals experiencing mental ill-health. Discussions have already begun with Chilli Studios ahead of 2026.
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Re-engage Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs) and Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) teams across Newcastle and Gateshead, ensuring clinicians are aware — or reminded — of AFSC’s offer in the heart of the city.
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Work towards employing or contracting a therapeutic facilitator . A long-term goal of the Trustees is to provide high-quality facilitated interventions even when Trustees cannot be physically present. 2026 will involve generating the funding required for this role.
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Collate the data that has been collected in 2025 and produce a service evaluation of AFSC that we can share readily with funders and collaborators.
Charity Registration No. 1202066
All Frequencies Sound Collective Unaudited Financial Statements For the period ending 28[th] February 2025
All Frequencies Sound Collective For the period ending 28[th] February 2025
Legal and administrative information
Trustees
Edward Warrington David Newbery John Warrington Darren Carey – Appointed 8[th] December 2024
Charity number
1202066
Registered office
9 Turnberry Way Newcastle Upon Tyne NE3 5BJ
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Contents
Trustees report - x
Statement of financial activities - x
Balance sheet - x
Notes to the financial statements - x
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Trustees report
Trustees
Edward Warrington David Newberry John Warrington Darren Carey
The trustees’ report was approved by the Board of Trustees:
Signed:
Trustee: Date:
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Statement of financial activities
Income and expenditure account
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Restricted Unrestricted Total Restricted Unrestricted Total
Funds Funds Funds Funds
2025 2025 2025 2024 2024 2024
Notes £ £ £ £ £ £
Income from:
Donations 2 - 2,732 2,732 - - -
Charitable activities 3 20,000 141 20,141 - 4 4
Total Income 20,000 2,873 22,873 - 4 4
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities 4 9,175 682 9,857 - 600 600
Total resources 9,175 682 9,857 - 600 600
expended
Net income for 10,825 2,191 13,016 - (596) (596)
year/ Net
movement in funds
Fund balances at - (596) (596) - - -
start of year
Fund balances at 10,825 1,595 12,420 - (596) (596)
end of year
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The statement of financial activities includes activities all gains and losses recognised in the year.
All income and expenditure derive from continuing operations.
The statement of financial activities also complies with the requirements for an income and expenditure account under the Companies Act 2006.
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Balance Sheet
| Notes Fixed assets Tangible fixed assets 6 Current assets Debtors 7 Stock 8 Cash at bank and in hand Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 9 Net current assets Total assets less current liabilities Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year Net assets Income funds Unrestricted funds Restricted funds |
2025 £ 9,175 - 1,883 |
£ 2,662 9,758 |
2024 £ - - 404 |
£ 3,125 (3,721) |
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| (1,300) | (4,125) | |||
| 12,420 - |
(596) - |
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| 12,420 | (596) | |||
| 1,595 10,825 |
(596) - |
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| 12,420 | (596) | |||
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Balance Sheet (continued)
The charitable company is entitled to the exemption from the audit requirement contained in section 477 of the Companies Act 2006, for the year ended 28[th] February 2025.
The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for ensuring that the charity keeps accounting records which comply with section 386 of the Act and for preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company as at the end of the financial year and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for the financial year in accordance with the requirements of sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to financial statements, so far as applicable to the company.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year in question in accordance with section 476.
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small company’s regime.
The financial statements were approved by the Trustees on .........................
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Trustee:
Charity Registration No. 1202066
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Notes to the financial statements
1 Accounting policies
Company information
All Frequencies Sound Collective is a Charity Incorporated Organisation incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is 9 Turnberry Way, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 5BJ.
1.1 Accounting convention
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's the Companies Act 2006 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)". The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities applying FRS 102 Update Bulletin 1 not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair value. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
1.2 Going concern
At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus, the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.
1.3 Charitable funds
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.
Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.
Endowment funds are subject to specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the charity.
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Notes to the financial statements (continued)
1.4 Income
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received, and the amount can be measured reliably.
1.5 Expenditure
Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings, they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
1.6 Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.
Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:
Plant and Machinery 20% reducing balance
The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset and is recognised in net income/(expenditure) for the year.
1.7 Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.
1.8 Financial intruments
The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.
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Notes to the financial statements (continued)
Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Basic financial assets
Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.
Basic financial liabilities
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.
Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.
Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
Derecognition of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities are derecognised when the charity’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.
1.9 Taxation
The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.
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Notes to the financial statements (continued)
2 Donations and Legacies
| Donations | Restricted Unrestricted Total Restricted Unrestricted Total Funds Funds Funds Funds 2025 2025 2025 2024 2024 2024 £ £ £ £ £ £ - 2,732 2,732 - - - |
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| - 2,732 2,732 - - - |
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3 Charitable activities: Income
Restricted Unrestricted Total Restricted Unrestricted Total
Funds Funds Funds Funds
2025 2025 2025 2024 2024 2024
£ £ £ £ £ £
Interest - 91 91 - 4 4
Sales - 50 50 - - -
Grants 20,000 - 20,000 - - -
20,000 141 20,141 - 4 4
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3 Charitable activities: Income
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Notes to the financial statements (continued)
4 Charitable activities: Expenses
| Charitable activities: Expenses | ||
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| Accountancy Rent Repairs Analysis by funds Unrestricted funds Restricted funds |
Charitable Activities 2025 £ 600 9,175 82 9,857 682 9,175 9,857 |
Charitable Activities 2024 £ 600 - - |
| 600 | ||
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5 Employees
Average number of employees: 2025: 0
2024: 0
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Notes to the financial statements (continued)
6 Tangible Assets
| Cost At 1 March 2024 Additions Disposals At 28 February 2025 Depreciation At 1 March 2024 Charged during year At 28 February 2025 Carrying amount At 28 February 2025 At 1 March 2024 7 Debtors Amounts due within 1 year Prepayments 8 Stock Stock valuation Stock |
Plant & Machinery £ 3,125 2,662 (3,125) 2,662 - - - 2,662 3,125 2025 £ 9,175 9,175 2025 £ - - |
Total £ 3,125 2,662 (3,125) |
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Notes to the financial statements (continued)
9 Creditors: amounts falling due within 1 year
| Amounts due within 1 year Loans from trustees |
2025 £ 1,300 1,300 |
2024 £ 4,125 |
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| 4,125 | ||
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