THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF S. JAMES THE GREAT, ALBERT HILL, DARLINGTON
Regular public worship open to all. The provision of sacred space for personal prayer and contemplation. Pastoral work, including visiting the sick and bereaved. Teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and smal groups. Taking of religious assemblies in schools. Supporting other charities in the UK and overseas.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £11,183 for the year, largely driven by an £18,534 expenditure on hall floor replacement. The unrestricted funds balance fell to £1,923 at year-end, which is below the stated reserves policy target, though the trustees forecast that balances will recover by July 2025.
What the accounts disclose
“Giving through the weekly envelope scheme increased to £12,155” — page 5
“With an average monthly expenditure of £2,730 in 2022, the unrestricted funds balance of £1,923 at year-end fell short of the target.”
Trustees
- Rev Michael David Waychair
- Alfred Hannaford
- Andrea Burton
- Cynthia Dyer
- DAVID ROGER WARREN
- DAVID WARREN
- Judith Wilson
- Mary Sweeten
- Raymond Cumming Flowers
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £44k | £37k |
| 31/12/2024 | £41k | £52k |
| 31/12/2023 | £43k | £35k |
| 31/12/2022 | £44k | £43k |
| 31/12/2021 | £34k | £37k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF S. JAMES THE GREAT, ALBERT HILL, DARLINGTON financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £11,183 for the year, largely driven by an £18,534 expenditure on hall floor replacement. The unrestricted funds balance fell to £1,923 at year-end, which is below the stated reserves policy target, though the trustees forecast that balances will recover by July 2025. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.