BOLTON BARBERSHOP HARMONY CLUB
1. Advance the education of members and the public in all aspects of music in the barbershop style of unaccompanied four part close harmony, in both chorus and quartet. 2. Further any other charitable purpose recognised as exclusively charitable in accordance with the law in England and Wales.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state a net deficit of £14,850.21 for the year, primarily driven by £14,160.09 in wardrobe expenses. Despite this deficit, total reserves remain positive at £47,651.26, with unrestricted reserves of £25,454.07. The trustees note that subscription income grew to £17,070 and that the deficit was in line with committee plans.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- JOHN KELSEYchair
- GARY ROUSSAK
- John Hardman
- Johnathan King
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £26k | £41k |
| 31/08/2024 | £31k | £25k |
| 31/08/2023 | £32k | £28k |
| 31/08/2022 | £18k | £18k |
| 31/08/2021 | £18k | £11k |
Common questions
Is BOLTON BARBERSHOP HARMONY CLUB financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state a net deficit of £14,850.21 for the year, primarily driven by £14,160.09 in wardrobe expenses. Despite this deficit, total reserves remain positive at £47,651.26, with unrestricted reserves of £25,454.07. The trustees note that subscription income grew to £17,070 and that the deficit was in line with committee plans. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.