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The Friends Of Dorset Opera

Also known as: Friends of Dorset Opera

The promotion and furtherance of the charitable objects of Dorset Opera

Activities & Mission

The promotion and furtherance of the charitable objects of Dorset Opera

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£32,613
Latest Expenditure
£33,550

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 102.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 102.9%
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
£32,613
£33,5500 / 0
2024
£35,910
£77,6520 / 0
2023
£30,037
£2,4440 / 0
2022
£30,482
£39,6260 / 0
2021
£29,723
£34,1690 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Dorset Opera

What does The Friends Of Dorset Opera do?

The promotion and furtherance of the charitable objects of Dorset Opera

How much income did The Friends Of Dorset Opera report in 2025?

The Friends Of Dorset Opera reported total income of £33k and reported expenditure of £34k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friends Of Dorset Opera registered as a charity?

The Friends Of Dorset Opera was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 May 1982 as charity number 284784. It has been registered for 44 years.

Who runs The Friends Of Dorset Opera?

The Friends Of Dorset Opera is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friends Of Dorset Opera operate?

The Friends Of Dorset Opera operates across 4 areas: Dorset, Hampshire, Somerset and Wiltshire.

Is The Friends Of Dorset Opera a registered charity?

Yes — The Friends Of Dorset Opera is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 284784.

Details

Address
WILLOW BARN
STALBRIDGE WESTON
STURMINSTER NEWTON
DT10 2LA
Registration Date
12 May 1982
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
284784
Charity Number
284784

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Trustees

LADY Joanna Jane GARNIER
Lucinda Frances Coombs
Also governs 2 other charities
NICHOLAS HARRY BLOCK
Rosamond Elizabeth Cassidy
Sarah Ann Bignell

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Friends of Dorset Opera

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
14 May 2026
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