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Southgate Opera

The objects of the Society are: To advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals. Two fully staged productions plus concerts are presented in Potters Bar and Enfield..

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Activities & Mission

The objects of the Society are: To advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals. Two fully staged productions plus concerts are presented in Potters Bar and Enfield..

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£55,366
Latest Expenditure
£49,185

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 88.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 88.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£55,366
£49,1850 / 20
2024
£50,511
£50,1220 / 12
2023
£46,432
£47,2320 / 10
2022
£34,734
£41,1860 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Southgate Opera

What does Southgate Opera do?

The objects of the Society are: To advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals. Two fully staged productions plus concerts are presented in Potters Bar and Enfield..

How much income did Southgate Opera report in 2025?

Southgate Opera reported total income of £55k and reported expenditure of £49k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Southgate Opera registered as a charity?

Southgate Opera was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 November 2016 as charity number 1170169. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Southgate Opera?

Southgate Opera is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is COLIN BENJAMIN DAVIS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Southgate Opera operate?

Southgate Opera operates in Enfield, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Southgate Opera a registered charity?

Yes — Southgate Opera is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1170169.

Details

Address
46 BORDEN AVENUE
ENFIELD
EN1 2BY
Registration Date
15 November 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5090913
Charity Number
1170169

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Trustees

COLIN BENJAMIN DAVIS Chair
Katharine Sarah Masters
Kevin Rodgers
Lucy Elisabeth Woods
Sophie Alexandra Shoults

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