BATH OPERA
Bath Opera advances the education and appreciation of opera for public benefit. It presents an annual fully staged opera and a summer tour of smaller-scale performances, increasing access in Bath and surrounding areas. It also supports emerging singers through the Bath Opera Young Artists Development Scheme (BOYADS).
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted income was £7,402 and total expenditure was £39,785, resulting in a net deficit for the year. However, unrestricted cash funds increased from £11,087 to £12,327, and total net assets rose to £16,868. The trustees confirm that accounting records were kept in accordance with the Act and no material matters require attention for a proper understanding of the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Fiona Jane Graychair
- Alison Margaret Paine
- David John Palmer
- Janet Dorothy Cooper
- Jeremy Hugh Smeddle
- Professor Roderick Hunt
- Robert Constantine
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £42k | £40k |
| 31/08/2024 | £34k | £38k |
| 31/08/2023 | £30k | £36k |
| 31/08/2022 | £44k | £35k |
| 31/08/2021 | £11k | £8k |
Common questions
Is BATH OPERA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted income was £7,402 and total expenditure was £39,785, resulting in a net deficit for the year. However, unrestricted cash funds increased from £11,087 to £12,327, and total net assets rose to £16,868. The trustees confirm that accounting records were kept in accordance with the Act and no material matters require attention for a proper understanding of the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.