Garsington Opera Limited
Established in 1989, Garsington Opera is a professional opera company which has established a reputation for producing opera of the highest standard with a repertoire that combines both well known operas and discoveries of little known works. Garsington Opera has played a full a role as possible in the local community and an educational programme is run in local schools.
Activities & Mission
Established in 1989, Garsington Opera is a professional opera company which has established a reputation for producing opera of the highest standard with a repertoire that combines both well known operas and discoveries of little known works. Garsington Opera has played a full a role as possible in the local community and an educational programme is run in local schools.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 21% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 125). How is this calculated?
Higher than 30% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 17% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 2024.
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 2023 — The Leonard Ingrams Foundation (organisation 4022064)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £10,442,050 | £8,362,703 | £7,210,773 | £23,682,046 | £3,091,397 | 24 / 40 |
| 2023 | £12,038,629 | £7,020,826 | £6,202,452 | £21,215,223 | £7,376,780 | 21 / 40 |
| 2022 | £10,174,659 | £6,698,032 | £5,973,921 | £15,155,625 | £5,943,062 | 17 / 40 |
| 2021 | £10,092,903 | £6,566,734 | £5,860,218 | £11,047,390 | £4,945,948 | 16 / 40 |
| 2020 | £3,257,604 | £3,023,190 | £2,497,984 | £6,748,496 | £3,750,401 | 13 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Garsington Opera Limited
What does Garsington Opera Limited do?
Established in 1989, Garsington Opera is a professional opera company which has established a reputation for producing opera of the highest standard with a repertoire that combines both well known operas and discoveries of little known works. Garsington Opera has played a full a role as possible in the local community and an educational programme is run in local schools.
How much income did Garsington Opera Limited report in 2024?
Garsington Opera Limited reported total income of £10.44m and reported expenditure of £8.36m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Garsington Opera Limited?
Garsington Opera Limited has a program ratio of 69.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 21% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 125 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Garsington Opera Limited registered as a charity?
Garsington Opera Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 May 1991 as charity number 1003042. It has been registered for 35 years.
Who runs Garsington Opera Limited?
Garsington Opera Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Garsington Opera Limited operate?
Garsington Opera Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Garsington Opera Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Garsington Opera Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1003042.
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