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St Albans Chamber Opera Trust

Also known as: S a C O, St Albans Chamber Opera

The object of the Charity is to develop and enhance the public's appreciation of opera in the St Albans area. The Charity aims to provide first class operatic performance which are both affordable and accessible to the inhabitants of the St Albans area. It also gives younger and less experienced singers a chance to perform in a public venue.

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Activities & Mission

The object of the Charity is to develop and enhance the public's appreciation of opera in the St Albans area. The Charity aims to provide first class operatic performance which are both affordable and accessible to the inhabitants of the St Albans area. It also gives younger and less experienced singers a chance to perform in a public venue.

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
£22,043
Latest Expenditure
£29,578

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 134.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 134.2%
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
£22,043
£29,5780 / 50
2024
£21,606
£21,0480 / 50
2023
£23,676
£18,5000 / 50
2022
£15,353
£12,7390 / 50
2021
£15,095
£5,9190 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about St Albans Chamber Opera Trust

What does St Albans Chamber Opera Trust do?

The object of the Charity is to develop and enhance the public's appreciation of opera in the St Albans area. The Charity aims to provide first class operatic performance which are both affordable and accessible to the inhabitants of the St Albans area. It also gives younger and less experienced singers a chance to perform in a public venue.

How much income did St Albans Chamber Opera Trust report in 2025?

St Albans Chamber Opera Trust reported total income of £22k and reported expenditure of £30k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was St Albans Chamber Opera Trust registered as a charity?

St Albans Chamber Opera Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 July 1997 as charity number 1063154. It has been registered for 29 years.

Who runs St Albans Chamber Opera Trust?

St Albans Chamber Opera Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter William Jones. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does St Albans Chamber Opera Trust operate?

St Albans Chamber Opera Trust operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is St Albans Chamber Opera Trust a registered charity?

Yes — St Albans Chamber Opera Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1063154.

Details

Address
The Copse
1B Batchwood Drive
ST. ALBANS
Hertfordshire
AL3 5SD
Registration Date
1 July 1997
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3939433
Charity Number
1063154

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Trustees

Peter William Jones Chair
Charles Edmund Francis Naylor
Karen Jane Thorp
MARY BALDWIN
Paula Jane Chitty

Also Known As

  • S a C O
  • St Albans Chamber Opera

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30 July 2026
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