LAPWORTH OLD SCHOOL TRUST
The object of the Trust are to act for the benefit of St Mary's Church Lapworth and the community without distinction of political religious or other opinion including use for meetings, lectures and classes and for other forms of recreation and leisure time occupation with the objective of improving the conditions of life for the said community.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £6,538 for the year ended 31 December 2025, a significant improvement from the £69,587 deficit in the prior year. Total unrestricted reserves decreased slightly to £392,956, with the Trustees aiming to maintain cash reserves sufficient for necessary property repairs. The charity holds no staff and relies on property rentals and limited fundraising for its income.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees aim to maintain a level of cash reserves that are sufficient to fund, independently, any necessary repairs or improvements to the properties.”
“Cash and investments are held by The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of St Mary the Virgin, Lapworth (registered Charity number 1165322), "St Mary's PCC" in its capacity as Custodian Trustee.”
Trustees
- Rev PATRICK HOARE GERARDchair
- ALEXANDER IAN JACKSON
- Elizabeth Kenny
- HUGH OWEN ROBERTS
- Kathy Baines
- Michael Edwin Thornton Parkes
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £28k | £35k |
| 31/12/2024 | £14k | £84k |
| 31/12/2023 | £28k | £35k |
| 31/12/2022 | £28k | £40k |
| 31/12/2021 | £19k | £19k |
Common questions
Is LAPWORTH OLD SCHOOL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £6,538 for the year ended 31 December 2025, a significant improvement from the £69,587 deficit in the prior year. Total unrestricted reserves decreased slightly to £392,956, with the Trustees aiming to maintain cash reserves sufficient for necessary property repairs. The charity holds no staff and relies on property rentals and limited fundraising for its income. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.