BENEDICTINE NUNS OF CURZON PARK
The charity's object is the advancement of religion, especially Roman Catholic faith. The trustees primarily achieve this through maintenance & support of a community of Nuns resident at Curzon Park. In addition the charity is engaged in prayers, almsgiving & hospitality. Regular donations are made on a monthly basis to other charities. Financial assistance is also given to individuals in need.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds total £4,577,262, significantly exceeding the reserves policy target of approximately eighteen months' unrestricted payments. The charity reported a net income of £342,694 for the year, driven largely by investment gains, while total charitable expenditure was £134,150.
What the accounts disclose
“to maintain a balance on unrestricted funds (excluding fixed assets) which equates to approximately eighteen month's unrestricted payments to cover emergency situations that may arise from time to time” — page 6
“During the year the Trustees donated their pensions amounting to £25,688 (2024 - £15,975) to the charity, in the same way as nuns who are not trustees. There were no conditions attached to these donations.” — page 20
Trustees
- Abbess Bridget Ann Brennan
- DAME CHRISTOPHER GODDEN
- DAME CLARE COLLINS
- DAME JOANNE PARKINSON
- Dame Jean White
- Dame Michelle Ruth Maurer
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £75k | £134k |
| 31/12/2024 | £18k | £145k |
| 31/12/2023 | £35k | £151k |
| 31/12/2022 | £31k | £138k |
| 31/12/2021 | £58k | £150k |
Common questions
Is BENEDICTINE NUNS OF CURZON PARK financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds total £4,577,262, significantly exceeding the reserves policy target of approximately eighteen months' unrestricted payments. The charity reported a net income of £342,694 for the year, driven largely by investment gains, while total charitable expenditure was £134,150. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.