The Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge
Analysis
The Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Cambridge. It was registered in June 2010, 16 years ago. Its declared purposes cover arts/culture/heritage/science, which this site groups under arts, culture, heritage and science. Legally it is a charitable trust. It says it provides services.
In the financial year ending August 2025, The Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge reported income of £21k and spending of £20k, spending 93% of its income. The sharpest change came in the year to August 2023, when income rose by 49%. Over the whole period it spent 92% of the income it received.
Among 17,634 England and Wales charities whose main cause is arts, culture, heritage and science and that reported income, The Sampson Orchestra of Cambridge sits at the 51st percentile: it is larger than about 51% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 46th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Sidmouth Concert Society (£21k), Bridlington University of the Third Age (£21k) and The Rustington Players (£21k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
To advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Sidmouth Concert Society | Sidmouth | £21k |
| Bridlington University of the Third Age | Bridlington | £21k |
| The Rustington Players | West Sussex | £21k |
| The World of Music Arts and Dance Foundation | Corsham | £21k |