Aylesbury Opera
We perform staged opera productions and concerts to a high standard. We aim to widen access to opera across the community and to promote it as a valuable and relevant performance art. We encourage and promote community participation in our activities, through professionally delivered rehearsals and dedicated youth classes.
Activities & Mission
We perform staged opera productions and concerts to a high standard. We aim to widen access to opera across the community and to promote it as a valuable and relevant performance art. We encourage and promote community participation in our activities, through professionally delivered rehearsals and dedicated youth classes.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2022 — Aylesbury Opera (organisation 5066730)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £26,979 | £14,973 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2024 | £30,327 | £21,397 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2023 | £24,272 | £31,712 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £32,657 | £28,075 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2021 | £8,440 | £3,639 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Aylesbury Opera
What does Aylesbury Opera do?
We perform staged opera productions and concerts to a high standard. We aim to widen access to opera across the community and to promote it as a valuable and relevant performance art. We encourage and promote community participation in our activities, through professionally delivered rehearsals and dedicated youth classes.
How much income did Aylesbury Opera report in 2025?
Aylesbury Opera reported total income of £27k and reported expenditure of £15k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Aylesbury Opera registered as a charity?
Aylesbury Opera was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 November 2020 as charity number 1192416. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Aylesbury Opera?
Aylesbury Opera is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Philip Hayes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Aylesbury Opera operate?
Aylesbury Opera operates across 2 areas: Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire.
Is Aylesbury Opera a registered charity?
Yes — Aylesbury Opera is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1192416.
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