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The Three Towns

Also known as: The Three Towns Operatic Society

The charity educates the public in operatic and dramatic arts by performing mixed music concerts and a full stage show

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Activities & Mission

The charity educates the public in operatic and dramatic arts by performing mixed music concerts and a full stage show

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£32,655
Latest Expenditure
£28,522

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 87.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 87.3%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£32,655
£28,5220 / 52
2023
£22,188
£23,8860 / 44
2022
£21,099
£23,3830 / 45

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Three Towns

What does The Three Towns do?

The charity educates the public in operatic and dramatic arts by performing mixed music concerts and a full stage show

How much income did The Three Towns report in 2024?

The Three Towns reported total income of £33k and reported expenditure of £29k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Three Towns registered as a charity?

The Three Towns was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 September 2013 as charity number 1153969. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs The Three Towns?

The Three Towns is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANN BATCHELOR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Three Towns operate?

The Three Towns operates across 7 areas, including Bolton, Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Three Towns a registered charity?

Yes — The Three Towns is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153969.

Details

Address
14 Chestnut Drive
Leigh
WN7 3JW
Registration Date
26 September 2013
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5040194
Charity Number
1153969

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Trustees

ANN BATCHELOR Chair
CATHERINE KAY
David John Kay
Also governs 2 other charities
Derek Morris
Elsa McGhee
Fran Davis
Jeannie Brett
URSULA LIGHFORD

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Three Towns Operatic Society

Data & trust

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14 May 2026
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