Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers
LABBS delivers its goal of promotion and education of Barbershop singing by providing support to over 2200 individual members of 60 Barbershop Choruses and 54 registered Quartets. They are actively involved in their local communities. Our member choruses and quartets regularly perform at local community events, including charity events, where they promote Barbershop singing to their audience.
Activities & Mission
LABBS delivers its goal of promotion and education of Barbershop singing by providing support to over 2200 individual members of 60 Barbershop Choruses and 54 registered Quartets. They are actively involved in their local communities. Our member choruses and quartets regularly perform at local community events, including charity events, where they promote Barbershop singing to their audience.
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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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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 2022 — Liverpool Ladies Barbershop Singers (organisation 5022681)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £277,174 | £241,179 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2023 | £302,895 | £312,953 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2022 | £228,269 | £242,991 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2021 | £77,454 | £37,926 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2020 | £111,447 | £41,432 | 0 / 80 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers
What does Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers do?
LABBS delivers its goal of promotion and education of Barbershop singing by providing support to over 2200 individual members of 60 Barbershop Choruses and 54 registered Quartets. They are actively involved in their local communities. Our member choruses and quartets regularly perform at local community events, including charity events, where they promote Barbershop singing to their audience.
How much income did Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers report in 2024?
Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers reported total income of £277k and reported expenditure of £241k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers registered as a charity?
Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 March 2013 as charity number 1151161. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers?
Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers 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 Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers operate?
Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers a registered charity?
Yes — Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151161.
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Syresham
BRACKLEY
Northamptonshire
NN13 5HN
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- 30 July 2026
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