Glyndebourne Productions Limited
Also known as: Glyndebourne
To present opera of the highest international quality in all respects, to remain financially independent, to balance old and new repertory and explore ways of developing the art form, to make our work accessible to a wide audience through Glyndebourne on Tour and by our Education programme and to provide a stimulating and inspirational environment for artists, staff and audiences.
Activities & Mission
To present opera of the highest international quality in all respects, to remain financially independent, to balance old and new repertory and explore ways of developing the art form, to make our work accessible to a wide audience through Glyndebourne on Tour and by our Education programme and to provide a stimulating and inspirational environment for artists, staff and audiences.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 72% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 74). How is this calculated?
Higher than 62% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 57% 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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Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £43,432,000 | £43,218,000 | £41,095,000 | £95,773,000 | £22,476,000 | 395 / 7 |
| 2024 | £41,942,000 | £38,931,000 | £36,883,000 | £93,357,000 | £23,408,000 | 377 / 8 |
| 2023 | £33,807,000 | £33,235,000 | £31,414,000 | £81,758,000 | £56,388,000 | 343 / 8 |
| 2022 | £33,157,000 | £31,993,000 | £30,166,000 | £79,844,000 | £69,044,000 | 315 / 4 |
| 2021 | £27,536,000 | £24,990,000 | £23,263,000 | £75,467,000 | £65,700,000 | 287 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about Glyndebourne Productions Limited
What does Glyndebourne Productions Limited do?
To present opera of the highest international quality in all respects, to remain financially independent, to balance old and new repertory and explore ways of developing the art form, to make our work accessible to a wide audience through Glyndebourne on Tour and by our Education programme and to provide a stimulating and inspirational environment for artists, staff and audiences.
How much income did Glyndebourne Productions Limited report in 2025?
Glyndebourne Productions Limited reported total income of £43.43m and reported expenditure of £43.22m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Glyndebourne Productions Limited?
Glyndebourne Productions Limited has a program ratio of 94.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 72% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 74 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Glyndebourne Productions Limited registered as a charity?
Glyndebourne Productions Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 July 1965 as charity number 243877. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs Glyndebourne Productions Limited?
Glyndebourne Productions Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Glyndebourne Productions Limited operate?
Glyndebourne Productions Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Glyndebourne Productions Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Glyndebourne Productions Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 243877.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Glyndebourne
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated