Ludlow Song
Analysis
Ludlow Song is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Shropshire. It was registered in November 2018, 8 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 company (Companies House number 10221348). It says it other charitable activities.
In the financial year ending June 2025, Ludlow Song reported income of £50k and spending of £53k, spending 106% of what it took in. Across the 5 years on record, from June 2021 to June 2025, income grew from £7,425 to £50k (+579%), an average of +61% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to June 2022, when income rose by 890%. Over the whole period it spent 88% 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, Ludlow Song sits at the 69th percentile: it is larger than about 69% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 61st percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Thorpe Bay U3a (£50k), United Kingdom Hindu Cultural Association (£50k) and National Transport Trust (£50k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
To advance, improve and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art of music and in particular the art of English language song, in particular but not exclusively by holding an annual festival of English song: The Ludlow English Song Weekend (LESW). LESW is held annually in early April and comprises Song Recitals, Panel Discussions,Masterclasses, Workshops, Film and supporting events.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Thorpe Bay U3a | Southend-On-Sea | £50k |
| United Kingdom Hindu Cultural Association | Kent | £50k |
| National Transport Trust | Esher | £50k |
| Pharos Trust | Essex | £50k |