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York Opera

York Opera stages two major productions each year and a number of small concerts and workshops mainly in York but also covering North and East Yorkshire in schools,churches, village halls etc.

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Activities & Mission

York Opera stages two major productions each year and a number of small concerts and workshops mainly in York but also covering North and East Yorkshire in schools,churches, village halls etc.

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
£28,150
Latest Expenditure
£31,180

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 110.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 110.8%
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
£28,150
£31,1800 / 50
2024
£29,076
£21,9220 / 50
2023
£27,373
£33,7350 / 50
2022
£24,122
£20,9730 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about York Opera

What does York Opera do?

York Opera stages two major productions each year and a number of small concerts and workshops mainly in York but also covering North and East Yorkshire in schools,churches, village halls etc.

How much income did York Opera report in 2025?

York Opera reported total income of £28k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was York Opera registered as a charity?

York Opera was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 June 1988 as charity number 700279. It has been registered for 38 years.

Who runs York Opera?

York Opera is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does York Opera operate?

York Opera operates across 3 areas: City Of York, East Riding Of Yorkshire and North Yorkshire.

Is York Opera a registered charity?

Yes — York Opera is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 700279.

Details

Address
95 Main Street
Askham Bryan
YORK
YO23 3QT
Registration Date
6 June 1988
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
700279
Charity Number
700279

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Trustees

Alexandra-Grace Mather
Dr David Charles Hartley
HAMISH ARMOUR BROWN
Hannah Elizabeth May Cahill
Ian Thomson-smith
Katherine Anne Cole
MARGARET RUTH SOPER
WENDY ANNE JACKSON

Sectors & Classifications

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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