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The Workington Amateur Operatic Society

Also known as: 1) Workington Amateur Operatic Society 2) W.a.o.s.

The societies activities are the production of full scale musicals performed by both senior and junior members. These members perform the musicals for the general public of Workington and surrounding area.

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Activities & Mission

The societies activities are the production of full scale musicals performed by both senior and junior members. These members perform the musicals for the general public of Workington and surrounding area.

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
£72,101
Latest Expenditure
£80,169

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 111.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 111.2%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£72,101
£80,1690 / 20
2023
£64,915
£69,0660 / 0
2022
£51,680
£50,8970 / 20
2021
£35,832
£33,5470 / 20
2020
£29,137
£18,8030 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Workington Amateur Operatic Society

What does The Workington Amateur Operatic Society do?

The societies activities are the production of full scale musicals performed by both senior and junior members. These members perform the musicals for the general public of Workington and surrounding area.

How much income did The Workington Amateur Operatic Society report in 2024?

The Workington Amateur Operatic Society reported total income of £72k and reported expenditure of £80k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Workington Amateur Operatic Society registered as a charity?

The Workington Amateur Operatic Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 October 1997 as charity number 1065045. It has been registered for 29 years.

Who runs The Workington Amateur Operatic Society?

The Workington Amateur Operatic Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is ELIZABETH TURNBULL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Workington Amateur Operatic Society operate?

The Workington Amateur Operatic Society operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Workington Amateur Operatic Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Workington Amateur Operatic Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1065045.

Details

Address
18 Rannerdale Drive
WHITEHAVEN
CA28 6JZ
Registration Date
27 October 1997
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3941333
Charity Number
1065045

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Trustees

ELIZABETH TURNBULL Chair
Andrew Lewis McMinn
Anthony Edward McGee
Chloe Louise Harkness
Chloe Nicole Woodward
Jennifer Francesca Hawley-McGee
Karen Louise Pirt
Kris White
Natasha McKenzie
Norma Nicholson
NORMAN BRAYTON
PHYLLIS MC GEE

Also Known As

  • 1) Workington Amateur Operatic Society 2) W.a.o.s.

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