MUSWELL HILL METHODIST CHURCH
MHMC IS A CHURCH FOR THE COMMUNITY. WE PROVIDE TEACHING AND SUPPORT TO MEMBERS OF THE METHODIST CHURCH. WE ARE ALSO A CENTRE FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WITH FACILITIES AND SERVICES OFFERED IN COOPERATION WITH THE LOCAL AUTHORITY, PCT AND OTHER AGENCIES WHICH INCLUDE PRESCHOOL PLAY ACTIVITIES, HEALTH VISITORS, FITNESS CLUBS AND LUNCH CLUBS FOR THE ELDERLY, AND A CHILD CONTACT CENTRE.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds increased by £20,261 during the year, with net free reserves rising to £66,299. This figure is above the trustees' stated policy target of six months' normal expenditure, which is calculated as £63,000. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“general reserves should be equivalent to cover at least 6 months normal expenditure” — page 5
“Ms. C. Simms, Church Secretary, was paid £750 during 2024-25 (2024: £600) for being the Church organist.” — page 20
“Ms. C. Simms, Church Secretary, was paid £750 during 2024-25 (2024: £600) for being the Church organist.” — page 20
“The Church paid “ARG Garden Design” £1,686 during 2024-25 (2024: £3,958) for providing materials for the Community Garden and also for general gardening services. The company director, Mr P. Argent, is the son of a current Church member.” — page 20
“Ms. C. Simms, Church Secretary, was paid £750 during 2024-25 (2024: £600) for being the Church organist.” — page 20
“The Church paid “ARG Garden Design” £1,686 during 2024-25 (2024: £3,958) for providing materials for the Community Garden and also for general gardening services. The company director, Mr P. Argent, is the son of a current Church member.” — page 20
“Ms. C. Simms, Church Secretary, was paid £750 during 2024-25 (2024: £600) for being the Church organist.” — page 20
“The Church paid “ARG Garden Design” £1,686 during 2024-25 (2024: £3,958) for providing materials for the Community Garden and also for general gardening services. The company director, Mr P. Argent, is the son of a current Church member.” — page 20
Trustees
- Rev Matthew S Lunnchair
- Alexander J Laird
- Azra Mukarji
- Beverly J Combes
- Brian Simpson
- Charles G Jackson
- D A WATSON
- Dr Daleep S Mukarji
- Edwina D Cameron
- Frances L M Watson
- Irene K Bonsu
- Jason J Copeland
- Jeffrey Elmer
- Joel A Stobbs
- Jonathan S Simms
- Linda Amoah
- Lucy J Ellis
- MS C SIMMS
- Marion A Carden
- Marjorie G Simpson
- Michael W Glynn
- Olatunjie I M Aubee
- Paul N Eedle
- Penelope R Woods
- Rudolph K Laryea
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £153k | £132k |
| 31/08/2024 | £169k | £134k |
| 31/08/2023 | £157k | £148k |
| 31/08/2022 | £118k | £127k |
| 31/08/2021 | £98k | £117k |
Common questions
Is MUSWELL HILL METHODIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds increased by £20,261 during the year, with net free reserves rising to £66,299. This figure is above the trustees' stated policy target of six months' normal expenditure, which is calculated as £63,000. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 18/11/2022 | £10k | Muswell Hill Welcomes |
| UK government | 19/04/2021 | £385k | Resettlement Programme - Post Arrival Support |
| UK government | 01/04/2019 | £3k | ALB - Cafcass - Supported Child Contact Centres (SCCC) Grant 19-20 |
| UK government | 01/04/2018 | £3k | Supported contact centres |
| UK government | — | £640 | ESOL Micro Grants 2017-18 |