THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST JAMES, ANSTON
Regular public worship open to all.The provision of sacred space for personal prayer and contemplation.Pastoral work, including visiting the sick and the bereaved.Teaching of Christianity through sermons, courses and small groups.Promotion of Christianity through the staging of events.Supporting other charities in the UK and overseas.Going into schools and putting on Christian productions.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £6,855 for the year ended 31 December 2025, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £65,344 to £49,027. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves stood at £22,046, with a general reserve established as a buffer against sudden income loss or unexpected expenditure. The charity remains active in its mission and community outreach despite the financial shortfall.
What the accounts disclose
“The General fund reserve was set up some years ago as a buffer against a sudden loss of income or unexpected expenditure.” — page 11
Trustees
- Anne Wildgoose
- BARBARA CUSHING
- Bill Lowe
- DAVID CRAIG LITTLE
- Eleanor Morris
- JULIE ANNE TEDDER
- Kirsty Jane Massey Rev
- Lindsay Mary Whitham
- Mira Joanne Robinson
- PATRICIA ANNE BRADEY
- PETER GEORGE HOWARD
- Philip Kirkham
- Ronald Edward Cushing
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £50k | £56k |
| 31/12/2024 | £65k | £60k |
| 31/12/2023 | £75k | £58k |
| 31/12/2022 | £57k | £53k |
| 31/12/2021 | £68k | £62k |
Common questions
Is THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF ST JAMES, ANSTON financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £6,855 for the year ended 31 December 2025, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £65,344 to £49,027. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves stood at £22,046, with a general reserve established as a buffer against sudden income loss or unexpected expenditure. The charity remains active in its mission and community outreach despite the financial shortfall. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.