THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST PHILIP, MARGATE
Public worship open to all; Provision of sacred space for prayer; Visiting the sick and bereaved; Teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groups; Promotion of Christianity by meetings, and distribution of literature; Promoting the mission of the Church through provision of activities for senior citizens, parents and toddlers; Supporting other charities in the UK and overseas.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a cumulative deficit of £196k at the end of the financial year, driven by an inability to meet the full requested Parish Share to the Diocese. While unrestricted funds were held in deposit accounts to secure building upkeep, the trustees note that the deficit will continue to grow as they remain unable to meet the increased share request for the following year.
What the accounts disclose
“Planned Giving 44662”
“It is the PCC policy to maintain a balance on unrestricted funds, if possible, of £20,000 to cover any emergency repairs.” — page 4
Trustees
- Rev STUART GAYchair
- Andrew Robert John Leal
- Angharad Jane Saunders
- DAVID AMOR
- HELEN MARGARET ROGERS
- Janet May Cotton
- Julia Anne Silcock
- Julia Anne Sims
- Kim Nicola Goodson
- Maureen Elizabeth Armstrong
- Susan Anne Wolley
- Susan Veronica Elmore
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £82k | £101k |
| 31/12/2024 | £199k | £82k |
| 31/12/2023 | £75k | £69k |
| 31/12/2022 | £73k | £64k |
| 31/12/2021 | £75k | £64k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST PHILIP, MARGATE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a cumulative deficit of £196k at the end of the financial year, driven by an inability to meet the full requested Parish Share to the Diocese. While unrestricted funds were held in deposit accounts to secure building upkeep, the trustees note that the deficit will continue to grow as they remain unable to meet the increased share request for the following year. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.