BROMLEY CHRISTIAN CENTRE
Latest income
£1.2m
Latest spending
£820k
Registered
2007
Accounts read
FY2024
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus for the year and holds unrestricted reserves of £3,053,736, which the trustees consider to be just under sixteen months of unrestricted fund expenditure. This level of reserves is significantly above the charity's stated policy target of maintaining between three and six months of expenditure. The independent auditors confirmed that the charity has adequate resources to continue operating for the foreseeable future with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
Reserves policy: three- and six-month’s expenditure (held: £3.1m)
“It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three- and six-month’s expenditure.” — page 4
Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Related-party transaction: Remuneration and benefits to Pastor Mark Wiltshire
“Pastor Mark Wiltshire received remuneration, in accordance with provisions in the governing document, for his pastoral services of £75,446 (2023: £72,904) and, in addition, pension contributions of £7,011 (2023: £6,835) and benefits of £624 (2023: £640). Mark Wiltshire and his wife were also paid £33,000 (2023: £33,000) rent in connection with the provision of a manse.” — page 21
“Rob Thomas also received remuneration, in accordance with provisions in the governing document for administrative and support services of £58,596 (2023: £57,244) and pension contributions of £3,501 (2023: £4,523).”
Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Related-party transaction: Remuneration to Rob Thomas
“Pastor Mark Wiltshire received remuneration, in accordance with provisions in the governing document, for his pastoral services of £75,446 (2023: £72,904) and, in addition, pension contributions of £7,011 (2023: £6,835) and benefits of £624 (2023: £640). Mark Wiltshire and his wife were also paid £33,000 (2023: £33,000) rent in connection with the provision of a manse.” — page 21
“Rob Thomas also received remuneration, in accordance with provisions in the governing document for administrative and support services of £58,596 (2023: £57,244) and pension contributions of £3,501 (2023: £4,523).”
Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Related-party transaction: Payments to Olivia Wiltshire (daughter of Mark Wiltshire)
“Pastor Mark Wiltshire received remuneration, in accordance with provisions in the governing document, for his pastoral services of £75,446 (2023: £72,904) and, in addition, pension contributions of £7,011 (2023: £6,835) and benefits of £624 (2023: £640). Mark Wiltshire and his wife were also paid £33,000 (2023: £33,000) rent in connection with the provision of a manse.” — page 21
“Rob Thomas also received remuneration, in accordance with provisions in the governing document for administrative and support services of £58,596 (2023: £57,244) and pension contributions of £3,501 (2023: £4,523).”
Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Related-party transaction: Payments to Assemblies of God (AOG)
“Pastor Mark Wiltshire received remuneration, in accordance with provisions in the governing document, for his pastoral services of £75,446 (2023: £72,904) and, in addition, pension contributions of £7,011 (2023: £6,835) and benefits of £624 (2023: £640). Mark Wiltshire and his wife were also paid £33,000 (2023: £33,000) rent in connection with the provision of a manse.” — page 21
“Rob Thomas also received remuneration, in accordance with provisions in the governing document for administrative and support services of £58,596 (2023: £57,244) and pension contributions of £3,501 (2023: £4,523).”
Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Related-party transaction: Rental income from Audrey Reeves (mother of Mark Wiltshire)
“Pastor Mark Wiltshire received remuneration, in accordance with provisions in the governing document, for his pastoral services of £75,446 (2023: £72,904) and, in addition, pension contributions of £7,011 (2023: £6,835) and benefits of £624 (2023: £640). Mark Wiltshire and his wife were also paid £33,000 (2023: £33,000) rent in connection with the provision of a manse.” — page 21
“Rob Thomas also received remuneration, in accordance with provisions in the governing document for administrative and support services of £58,596 (2023: £57,244) and pension contributions of £3,501 (2023: £4,523).”
Per its FY2024 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2024)
Total income
£1.2m
Total spending
£820k
Reserves (reported)
£713k
Employees
15
Trustees
- Rev Mark Andrew Wiltshirechair
- Andrew Siddorns
- ROBERT JAMES THOMAS
- Yemisi Fredrick Adegeye
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £1.2m | £820k |
| 31/12/2023 | £946k | £737k |
| 31/12/2022 | £1.1m | £690k |
| 31/12/2021 | £706k | £674k |
| 31/12/2020 | £631k | £588k |
Common questions
Is BROMLEY CHRISTIAN CENTRE financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus for the year and holds unrestricted reserves of £3,053,736, which the trustees consider to be just under sixteen months of unrestricted fund expenditure. This level of reserves is significantly above the charity's stated policy target of maintaining between three and six months of expenditure. The independent auditors confirmed that the charity has adequate resources to continue operating for the foreseeable future with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2024 accounts were audited by Griffin Chartered Accountants.