THE ASSOCIATION OF ENGLISH CATHEDRALS
As representative of the Chapters of the Anglican cathedrals, the AEC deals with governmental agencies, central Church bodies and other organisations on behalf of the cathedrals, although it cannot commit any individual Chapter to a specific decision. It also promotes the role of cathedrals and encourages sharing of best practice and information to assist cathedrals in fulfilling their purposes.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus of £65,463, having generated total income of £269,743 against expenditure of £204,280. Free unrestricted reserves stood at £95,927, which is above the stated policy target of £68,750. The trustees confirmed that resources are adequate to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“Contributions to Communications Project 76,094” — page 20
“In normal times Executive Committee members aim to maintain a reserve equivalent to six months unrestricted and recurring restricted expenditure for cash flow purposes. In 2025, the target reserves level was £68,750.”
Trustees
- Very Rev'd Jo Kelly-Moorechair
- Emily Charlotte MacKenzie
- Jonathan Graham Ward
- Justine Horseman-Sewell
- Rev Aidan Stephen George Platten
- Rev Matthew James Vernon
- The Very Reverend Tim Stratford
- Very Rev'd Nicholas Charles Papadopulos
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £270k | £204k |
| 31/12/2024 | £187k | £213k |
| 31/12/2023 | £166k | £201k |
| 31/12/2022 | £242k | £224k |
| 31/12/2021 | £196k | £292k |
Common questions
Is THE ASSOCIATION OF ENGLISH CATHEDRALS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus of £65,463, having generated total income of £269,743 against expenditure of £204,280. Free unrestricted reserves stood at £95,927, which is above the stated policy target of £68,750. The trustees confirmed that resources are adequate to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE ASSOCIATION OF ENGLISH CATHEDRALS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE ASSOCIATION OF ENGLISH CATHEDRALS as a grant recipient include THE KIRBY LAING FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE KIRBY LAING FOUNDATION | FY2022 | £10k | Religion |